Two Candidates ‘Floated’ As Replacement For Gaetz After Stunning Withdrawal

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Two Candidates ‘Floated’ As Replacement For Gaetz After Stunning Withdrawal

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By Chris Powell
November 21, 2024

In a surprise move Thursday, Rep.-elect Matt Gaetz (R-FL) announced his withdrawal from consideration for Attorney General in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Gaetz, a vocal Trump ally and a key figure in the MAGA movement, cited concerns over becoming a “distraction” during a critical period for the Trump-Vance transition team.

“While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition,” Gaetz wrote on social media. “There is no time to waste on a needlessly protracted Washington scuffle, thus I’ll be withdrawing my name from consideration to serve as Attorney General.”

The announcement came less than two weeks after Gaetz resigned from Congress to focus on his potential appointment to lead the Department of Justice. His nomination had faced significant scrutiny, particularly over ongoing ethics controversies, and would likely have resulted in a contentious confirmation battle. Gaetz’s withdrawal has left a high-profile vacancy in the Trump administration’s cabinet picks.

Shelby Talcott of Semafor News reported that two names have emerged as potential replacements: Todd Blanche, who is currently slated to serve as Deputy Attorney General, and Andrew Bailey, a figure initially considered for the Attorney General role.

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