In a statement Posted to Trump/Vance transition.
“There is no time to waste on a needlessly protracted scuffle in Washington, so I will withdraw my name from serving as attorney general. Trump’s DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1.
“I remain fully committed to making Donald J. Trump the most successful president in history.
“I will forever be honored that President Trump nominated me to lead the Department of Justice and I am confident he will save America.”