Trump faces hurdles in Cabinet confirmations after Gaetz withdrawal
Donald Trump is facing challenges in confirming his Cabinet picks after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for Attorney General amid a scandal. Tulsi Gabbard, nominated for Director of National Intelligence, has seen her confirmation odds drop to 46%. Trump's Cabinet selections include Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary and Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary. Gaetz's withdrawal led to the nomination of Pam Bondi as the new Attorney General. As Trump prepares for his inauguration on January 20, 2025, he is under scrutiny for his controversial nominees, with Republican allies defending Gabbard against accusations of being compromised.