The 59-year-old has long been in Trump's orbit and her name had been floated during his first term as a potential candidate for the nation's highest law enforcement role. Trump an

Bondi is a longtime Trump loyalist, known for her strong advocacy for conservative causes — and she's no stranger to controversy.

The president-elect announced his plans to nominate the former Florida attorney general, who served on his impeachment defense team, to the Cabinet role hours after embattled former congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew his bid.