About this episode
After recognizing his nomination was facing an uphill battle, former Republican congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for U.S. Attorney General. WSJ's Sadie Gurman describes how president-elect Donald Trump's first pick unraveled and why he chose former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for the role instead. Further Reading: - Trump Picks Pam Bondi for Attorney General After Gaetz Withdraws - Matt Gaetz Withdraws From Consideration as Trump's Attorney General - Matt Gaetz Had Sex With 17-Year-Old, Witness Told House Ethics Committee Further Listening: - The Scramble Is on to Fill Trump’s Cabinet - What a Republican Congress Could Mean for Trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices