Trump nominates Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws from consideration

President-elect Donald Trump has selected Pam Bondi as his nominee for U.S. attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and Trump ally, previously served as one of his lawyers during his first impeachment trial. Gaetz stepped aside amid scrutiny from a federal investigation into his conduct, which raised doubts about his confirmation. His withdrawal followed a week of efforts by Trump to secure controversial nominees, including Gaetz, who faced significant opposition. Bondi's appointment aims to shift the Department of Justice's focus back to crime fighting, according to Trump. This change comes as the transition team prepares for potential challenges with other nominees, including Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth, who faces allegations of sexual assault.