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 misconduct and illicit drug use.
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Transcript: Why Trump Picked Matt Gaetz as AG—and Why It’s So Alarming
An interview with Ben Meiselas, co-founder of the Midas Touch Network, who explains why Trump's choice of Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard for top roles signals darkness and chaos ahead.
Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz could be bad news for Big Tech
Trump announced Matt Gaetz as his pick for attorney general on Wednesday, a choice that shocked congressional Republicans and sparked backlash from Democrats. Gaetz, a frequent pot-stirrer in the House Republican Conference, has been mired in controversy and investigated by the House Ethics Committee in connection with a sex-trafficking scandal.
Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Trump's AG nomination
Fox News’ Brooke Singman reports on Gaetz's attorney general nomination and other Cabinet picks by President-elect Trump.
Desperate Trump picked Gaetz for AG after disliking other 'disastrous' options: CNN anchor
Former President Donald Trump's decision to choose Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) for attorney general was not simply a question of selecting a loyalist, said CNN's Kaitlan Collins on Wednesday. In fact, it was a move made out of desperation — as Trump couldn't find candidates he liked for the role.
Trump picks Gaetz for attorney-general
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Trump Sends Shock Waves Through Washington With Gaetz Pick
The selection drew skepticism from some Republicans in Congress.
Trump picking Gaetz to head justice department stuns - but sends strong message
Picking the outspoken congressman for attorney general is Trump laying down a challenge, writes Anthony Zurcher.
Trump's pick of Gaetz for attorney general 'sends shock waves' through DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., to be the 87th attorney general of the United States. NBC News' Brie Jackson reports from Washington for Early Today.
'Complete and utter horror': Gaetz is 'incredibly ill-suited' for AG, attorney says
President-elect Trump tapping Matt Gaetz as Attorney General has shocked Capitol Hill, along with some of his other ...
Gaetz pick as AG triggers audible gasp from some Republicans
Reaction among Republicans on Capitol Hill to President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Matt Gaetz for attorney general ranged ...
What Republicans who control Matt Gaetz’s fate are saying privately about Trump’s AG pick
News broke he has been under scrutiny by the House Ethics Committee over allegations including sexual misconduct.
Matt Gaetz’s AG Bid Is a Slap in the Face for American Women
Trump’s latest pick sends a strong signal that he is all about revenge—and that he is willing to appoint the dumbest, meanest ...
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Trump getting pushback for picking Matt Gaetz for AG, Tulsi Gabbard for DNI
Trump getting pushback for picking Matt Gaetz for AG, Tulsi Gabbard for DNI Former Georgia Rep. Doug Collins joined 'Fox & ...
Trump transition live updates: Trump considering lawyer for deputy AG, sources say
Trump has wasted no time in moving to assemble his team for a second term in the White House -- naming Susie Wiles as his ...
Illinois AG Raoul warns Mayor Johnson to reconsider police reform budget cuts or risk being held in contempt
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joins a chorus of reforms advocates who have sounded the alarm about Johnson’s proposal ...
Two GOP Senators Signal Their Opposition to Gaetz’s AG Bid
Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski have already bucked Trump’s demand to stop considering Biden’s judicial nominees.
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Lindsey Graham Quickly Changes His Tune About Gaetz as AG
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) pleaded with fellow Republicans to back Donald Trump’s choice as attorney general, Matt Gaetz, ...