Breaking news: Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s attorney general pick

He said his candidacy, clouded by sexual abuse allegations, was an unfair distraction.

View in browser|nytimes.com November 21, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times Gaetz Withdraws as Trump's Attorney General Pick Matt Gaetz, who had faced a torrent of scrutiny over sexual misconduct allegations against him, said his candidacy was an unfair distraction to President-elect Donald Trump's transition. Follow live updates Sign up for Breaking News Sign up to receive an email from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018