Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Thursday praised former Rep. Matt Gaetz’s decision to withdraw from consideration for attorney general in President-elect Donald Trump’s second term.

“I respect former Representative Matt Gaetz’s decision to withdraw his name from consideration and appreciate his willingness to serve at the highest level of our government,” Graham said in a post on X. “He is very smart and talented and will continue to contribute to our nation’s wellbeing for years to come.

“I look forward to working with President Trump regarding future nominees to get this important job up and running.”

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