Matt Gaetz's law experience: What to know about the attorney general pick's resume
President-elect Donald Trump sent shockwaves through Washington on Wednesday when he named Matt Gaetz, former Congressman from Florida, as his pick for attorney general.
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Matt Gaetz Hatched Last-Minute Plan To Become Trump’s Attorney General
As attorney general, Gaetz will be fully empowered to carry out Trump’s—and his own—incindiary mandate, litigating culture wars and carrying out personal vendettas. Republican Senator Thom Tillis put it aptly: “I’m sure it’ll make for a popcorn-eating confirmation.”
Trump taps firebrand congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general
The role is key to the president-elect's plans to carry out mass deportations, pardon Jan. 6 rioters and seek retribution against those who prosecuted him over the past four years.
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Former congressman Matt Gaetz’s nomination for attorney general is a big mistake | Opinion
He’s not a serious candidate. He faces allegations of sex with teenagers, drug use and witness intimidation. From David Mastio:
Trump nominates Matt Gaetz as Attorney General as Republicans win full control of Congress
Trump has also nominated Former Democrat now Republican Tulsi Gabbard to be the Director of National Intelligence and Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth to be Head of the Defense Department.
Trump nominates Rep. Matt Gaetz, outspoken ally, as attorney general
The Florida congressman would be the first U.S. attorney general in four decades who never worked as a government attorney or judge.
Trump selects Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general
The attorney general will be tasked with defending a plethora of controversial Trump policies — from immigration crackdowns to anti-abortion initiatives — that are sure to spark legal challenges.
Trump Picks Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, Marco Rubio for Secretary of State
President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to serve as his attorney general, opting for a loyalist who has built a national reputation as a disruptor and has vowed t
Some Republicans skeptical Trump's pick Matt Gaetz can be confirmed as Attorney General
There was more reaction by Democrats and Republicans to President-elect Trump's choice of former Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general. While the Gaetz choice was defended by some Republicans, others said Gaetz was the wrong person for the job.
Trump transition live coverage: Matt Gaetz investigation sparks clash in Congress
Kennedy Jr., to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy has spread conspiracy theories about vaccines, the COVID-19 pandemic and more. Trump on Wednesday said he chose ...
House Ethics Panel Was Set to Vote to Release Report Critical of Matt Gaetz
The committee has been investigating allegations that Mr. Gaetz, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for attorney general, ...
Trump cabinet latest updates: Congress still stunned after pick of Matt Gaetz for attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick of former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz to be his attorney general continues to stun ...
Pressure mounts to release House ethics report on Gaetz sex trafficking allegations
President-elect Donald Trump vowed retribution against his political enemies. Now, the bombastic Republican Congressman could ...
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Florida congressman Matt Gaetz to be Trump's attorney general. What to know about him
Florida Republican U.S. Rep Mat Gaetz was just elevated to the most powerful legal position in the United States after ...
Trump AG pick Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress ahead of House Ethics report vote
The Florida Republican’s abrupt departure effectively halts a House investigation into allegations that he engaged in sexual ...
Don’t Count Out Matt Gaetz
“We should never, ever dismiss the fact that he’s bright and eloquent,” said Sen. Kevin Cramer, a North Dakota Republican who also questioned Gaetz’s ability to be confirmed by the Senate. “He can ...
Joining Trump's team: Here are his picks for Cabinet positions and other advisory roles
In the wake of his presidential election, Donald Trump has been nominating Cabinet secretaries and naming advisers. Here are ...