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

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general after Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and Trump ally, previously served as one of Trump's lawyers during his first impeachment trial. Gaetz stepped aside amid scrutiny from a federal investigation into sex trafficking, which raised doubts about his confirmation. His withdrawal came just hours before Bondi's nomination, highlighting a quick shift in Trump's cabinet choices. If confirmed, Bondi is expected to lead the Justice Department with a focus on crime and safety, reflecting Trump's criticism of the department's current direction. She has been a vocal supporter of Trump and has criticized the legal actions against him.