Trump's DEA Nominee Withdraws Amid Controversy and Backlash
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Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's nominee for the Drug Enforcement Administration, has withdrawn his candidacy following conservative backlash over his past comments on immigration, diversity, and COVID-19 measures. Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, faced criticism for not engaging in federal immigration enforcement and for arresting a pastor during the pandemic. His withdrawal follows that of Matt Gaetz, Trump's initial pick for attorney general, who stepped down amid a federal investigation.
- Trump pick to run the DEA withdraws after conservative backlash Fortune
- Florida Sheriff Chad Chronister withdraws as Trump's nominee to lead DEA Fox News
- Trump Melts Down as Another Nomination Blows Up in His Face Yahoo! Voices
- Trump Is Dealt Setback as DEA Pick Withdraws, Pentagon Choice Scrutinized The Wall Street Journal
- New York’s D’Esposito makes play for top DEA role after failed reelection bid POLITICO
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