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Donald Trump Nominates Matt Gaetz As Attorney General; Florida Congressman Resigns Seat — Update


Donald Trump has nominated Rep.. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) to serve as attorney general, a surprise pick that will please the president-elect’s MAGA allies but may prove to be a flashpoint in the confirmation process. The selection of Gaetz, a key ally and partisan flamethrower, also will likely raise alarm among Democrats over the independence of […]

Matt Gaetz on the House floor in January, 2023.Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images Donald Trump has nominated Rep.. Matt Gaetz(R-FL) to serve as attorney general, a surprise pick that will please the president-elect’s MAGA allies but may prove to be a flashpoint in the confirmation process. The selection of Gaetz, a key ally and partisan flamethrower, also will likely raise alarm among Democrats over the independence of the Justice Department, as Trump has vowed to enact retribution on political enemies. Matt will end Weaponized Government, protect our Borders, dismantle Criminal Organizations and restore Americans’ badly-shattered Faith and Confidence in the Justice Department.”

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