President-elect Donald Trump has chosen former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. This comes hours after Matt Gaetz, his first pick, stepped down. Trump announced this on his Truth Social platform, calling Bondi a “smart, tough, and AMERICA FIRST Fighter.”

Bondi is a strong supporter of Trump and was part of his legal team during his first impeachment trial. She now leads the legal division at the America First Policy Institute. The move follows Gaetz’s decision to step down due to a federal sex trafficking investigation.

Despite past controversies, including bribery accusations, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham believes Bondi will be confirmed quickly. She has over a decade of legal experience in Florida, having been a prosecutor and the state’s attorney general for eight years.

As the Justice Department looks to its new leader, questions remain about Matt Gaetz’s future. Gaetz is unsure about his political path due to the ongoing investigation. The Trump administration says they had backup nominees ready, ensuring a smooth transition.

Pam Bondi Selected as Trump’s New Attorney General Pick

President Donald Trump has picked Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, as his new Attorney General. Bondi has a strong legal background and is close to the Trump administration. She is seen as a great fit for the job.

Bondi, 59, has been a lawyer in Florida for over a decade. She started as a prosecutor in Tampa and later became the state’s attorney general in 2010. She is known for her media skills and tackling big cases, often on Fox News.

As Florida’s attorney general, Bondi supported Trump in the 2016 primary. She also got $25,000 from Trump’s foundation for her 2014 campaign. But, bribery charges against her were dropped for lack of evidence.

After leaving office in 2019, Bondi joined Ballard Partners. There, she worked for clients like General Motors and Qatar. Her work with Qatar aimed to fight human trafficking before the 2022 World Cup.

Bondi’s deep connections to Florida and the Trump administration make her a strong candidate. Her legal experience also prepares her to support the President’s goals as Attorney General.

Gaetz Withdraws from Attorney General Consideration

Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general, has stepped back. This move comes as a federal sex trafficking investigation continues. Gaetz denies the allegations, but they raise questions about his Senate confirmation.

It’s said that Gaetz didn’t have enough Senate votes. His withdrawal was seen as a relief by some. This decision shows the challenges of being the nation’s top law enforcement officer.

In a statement, Gaetz said his confirmation was becoming a distraction. He respects the administration and wants to keep fighting for the country. He might take on a different role.

Just last week, Trump chose Gaetz for the top law enforcement job. The move was despite the ongoing scrutiny of the sexual misconduct allegations. These include claims of having sex with a minor.

Trump also planned to appoint Todd Blanche as deputy attorney general and Emil Bove as principal associate deputy attorney general. After Gaetz’s withdrawal, Trump picked Pam Bondi as the new U.S. Attorney General. Bondi, a long-time Trump ally, now faces Senate confirmation.