Trump Selects Pam Bondi for Attorney General After Gaetz Steps Down
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President-elect Donald Trump has announced Pam Bondi as his new pick for attorney general, following Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration. Bondi, who previously served as Florida's attorney general, has long-standing ties to Trump and was involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Her appointment would require Senate confirmation. Gaetz withdrew due to allegations against him and potential distractions they posed to the transition team.
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- Matt Gaetz declined Trump's cabinet pick. That doesn't fix the problem. MSNBC
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