Trump nominates Pam Bondi as attorney general after Gaetz withdraws

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi as his attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and Trump ally, has a strong background in law enforcement and legal defense. Bondi's nomination follows Gaetz's decision to step back due to controversies surrounding him. Gaetz stated that his potential nomination was becoming a distraction for the incoming administration. He later congratulated Bondi on her selection. If confirmed, Bondi will oversee the Department of Justice, focusing on crime reduction and restoring public trust in the agency. Trump's transition team hopes her confirmation process will be smoother than Gaetz's.