President-elect Donald Trump announced Pam Bondi as his new pick for attorney general, with Bondi previously serving as Florida’s attorney general. The announcement came after former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration. Trump emphasized his belief that the Department of Justice has been used against Republicans and praised Bondi for her focus on fighting crime and making America safe again. He also commended her work on combating drug trafficking and addiction. Bondi worked on a Trump commission addressing the opioid crisis. Confirmation by the Senate will be required for Bondi to take on the role. Megan Lebowitz, a politics reporter for NBC News, is covering this developing story. Stay tuned for updates.
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