Sheriff Chad Chronister, Trump's Pick to Lead D.E.A., Withdraws
Briefly

Sheriff Chad Chronister, a surprising choice for D.E.A. leadership due to his lack of geopolitical experience, withdrew his name citing commitment to local initiatives in Hillsborough County.
In his withdrawal announcement, Sheriff Chronister expressed gratitude for his nomination, emphasizing the need for continued service to the citizens of Hillsborough County.
Chronister's nomination faced criticism from right-wing supporters after his strict Covid-19 enforcement, particularly regarding his arrest of a pastor for violating lockdown rules.
The D.E.A. leads challenging international drug enforcement investigations, making Chronister's absence of experience in this area a point of contention as he withdrew shortly after nomination.
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