Matt Gaetz withdrawing from consideration for attorney general
Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration for attorney general under the incoming Trump administration. Potential names floated to head the Department of Justice next include Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey and Republican Sen. Mike Lee from Utah.
Key Points
- Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for attorney general
- Potential candidates to head the Department of Justice include Andrew Bailey and Mike Lee
- Gaetz cited the nomination as a 'distraction' due to allegations
Pros
- Avoids potential controversies surrounding Gaetz's nomination
- Allows for consideration of other candidates like Andrew Bailey and Mike Lee
Cons
- Loss of a potential nominee for attorney general