Trump nominates Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws from consideration
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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 Trump's lawyers during his first impeachment trial. Gaetz stepped aside amid concerns over a federal investigation into his conduct, which could have complicated his confirmation. His withdrawal followed a week of controversy as Trump sought to push through several provocative nominees. Trump expressed gratitude for Gaetz's efforts and emphasized the need for a swift transition. He stated that Bondi would refocus the Department of Justice on fighting crime.