Matt Gaetz Withdraws Attorney General Nomination Amid Federal Investigation
Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general nominee due to a federal sex-trafficking investigation. Gaetz faced allegations of drug-fueled sex parties and payments to women. Gaetz resigned from the House of Representatives and potential Senate nomination by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Trump praised Gaetz and named other potential picks for the Senate seat. Gaetz denied all accusations and has not been formally charged.
Key Points
- Gaetz withdrew his name as Trump's attorney general pick due to distractions from the investigation
- DeSantis considering other candidates for potential Senate nomination
- Gaetz denied all accusations and has not been charged
Cons
- Facing federal sex-trafficking investigation
- Allegations of drug-fueled sex parties and payments to women
- Resignation from the House of Representatives