Trump Nominates Firebrand Matt Gaetz, Previously Investigated by DOJ, as Attorney General

Nov 14, 2024, 02:42 AM

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Representative Matt Gaetz of Florida as his choice for Attorney General, a move that has sparked reactions across the political spectrum and stunned many Justice Department officials. Gaetz, a prominent loyalist of Trump and often described as a 'firebrand', was previously the subject of a Justice Department investigation. Notably, Gaetz had suggested in 2020 that Trump should appoint him as Attorney General following Bill Barr's resignation. Democrat Congressman Jared Moskowitz described Gaetz as 'fiercely competent' and predicted he would become 'one of the most powerful Attorneys General in American history.' Senator Lindsey Graham expressed openness to the nomination, stating that Trump 'won the election' and deserves to pick his cabinet. However, critics argue that Gaetz is a controversial choice, with some predicting he may face challenges in the Senate confirmation process.