Trump nominates Pam Bondi as new U.S. attorney general after Gaetz withdrawal

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi as the new U.S. attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and Trump ally, previously supported Trump during his impeachment trial. Gaetz stepped down amid scrutiny from a federal sex trafficking investigation, which raised concerns about his confirmation. His withdrawal came just hours before Bondi's nomination, marking a quick shift in Trump's selection process. Trump expressed confidence in Bondi, stating she would refocus the Department of Justice on crime. This change follows a turbulent week for Trump's transition team, which has faced challenges with other controversial nominees.