Trump's Gaetz pick as AG triggers audible gasp among some Republicans
Reaction among Republicans on Capitol Hill to President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Matt Gaetz for attorney general ranged from shock to support to outright dismissal.
House Republican: Trump is ‘rewarding’ his controversial pick for attorney general
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) was announced as Trump’s pick for leading the Justice Department on Wednesday—surprising many Republicans in Washington. Republican Rep. Max Miller (Ohio) said he does not think Gaetz will be confirmed by the Senate, adding that he is not the only lawmaker “happy” the lower chamber would be rid of him.
Trump Nominates Matt Gaetz for Attorney General in Shock Pick
Matt Gaetz is among Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks and will face a steep uphill confirmation battle in the Senate.
Matt Gaetz abruptly resigns following Trump’s 'shocking' pick for attorney general
In a surprising move, Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress following President Trump’s pick of the Florida representative for attorney general. Gaetz’s resignation has stirred reactions across the political spectrum,
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.
Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz could be bad news for Big Tech
Trump’s Gaetz pick could be bad news for Big Tech. One of President-elect Donald Trump’s most contentious nominees to date could also be his most threatening to Google, Apple
Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Trump announces attorney general role
President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to hire former Rep. Matt Gaetz, Sen. Marco Rubio and Tulsi Gabbard in his next administration.
GOP senators are already balking at Trump’s pick of Matt Gaetz for attorney general
Republican senators reacted with shock and incredulity to the news that Donald Trump wants Matt Gaetz to be attorney general.
Trump picks Matt Gaetz for attorney general, Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence
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Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Donald Trump taps him for attorney general role
Fla., has resigned from Congress, House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., announced on Wednesday, the same day President-elect Donald Trump tapped the Florida lawmaker to serve as his attorney general. Johnson said Gaetz's resignation is "effective immediately.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
Reaction to Trump's Matt Gaetz pick and X users quit in droves: Morning Rundown
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Trump's pick of Huckabee and Witkoff a clue to Middle East policy
For now, Mike Huckabee seems to be keeping his cards close to his chest. Shortly after being announced as President-elect ...
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Rubio pick signals a Trump China policy that could go beyond tariffs
sources say 4:09 AM UTC United Statescategory Trump's Treasury pick: Lutnick now a top contender alongside Bessent, sources ...
Trump's pick for defense secretary doesn't want women serving in combat
Fox News host Pete Hegseth, a longtime Trump ally, has also said he wants to purge the military of "woke" officials.
Trump's potential Treasury pick gives vision for economy: Get ready for 'golden age'
Focusing on manufacturing, energy and tech, Scott Bessent, a potential top candidate for Trump's Treasury secretary, makes ...
Intelligence agencies, already anxious over Trump, find some solace in Ratcliffe pick for CIA
Inside the US intelligence community, a deep wariness about a second Trump administration has set in, stoked by memories of ...