Trump's nomination of Gaetz for Attorney General seen as strategic distraction from cabinet picks

Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for Attorney General, a move some analysts believe was a strategic distraction by President-elect Donald Trump. This decision shifted focus away from other controversial cabinet picks still under consideration. Republican strategist Doug Heye stated that Trump likely anticipated Gaetz would not be confirmed by Senate Republicans. He argued that the nomination was intended to send a message about Trump's direction for his administration. Gaetz described his nomination as a distraction and emphasized the need for a swift transition. He confirmed he will not return to Congress after resigning from his previous term.