Trump nominates Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws

Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi as his new pick for U.S. attorney-general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Gaetz stepped down amid criticism from Republican senators and ongoing investigations into his conduct. Bondi, a former Florida attorney-general, is a loyal Trump supporter. She previously defended Trump during his impeachment and has promoted claims of voter fraud following the 2020 election. Bondi's nomination is expected to face less opposition than Gaetz's would have. Trump stated that Bondi would help end the "weaponization" of the justice department.