Gaetz leaves as Trump’s pick for attorney general, avoiding a confirmation battle in the Senate

Gaetz leaves as Trump’s pick for attorney general, avoiding a confirmation battle in the Senate

WASHINGTON (AP) – Matt Gaetz withdrew Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s attorney general following an ongoing federal sex-trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation’s top law enforcement officer. The emergency withdrawal backfires on Trump’s bid to include hard-line supporters in his incoming administration, but also recognizes the opposition … Read more