Trump’s pick for attorney general has long been his Jan. 6 wingman
The former lawmaker has been at the forefront of trying to rewrite the history of Trump’s subversion attempt — and the riot that followed.
Trump names Matt Gaetz as his pick for attorney general
The new Trump White House is taking shape and one of the president-elect's picks is drawing some controversy. He nominated Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz to be attorney general.
President-Elect Wants Matt Gaetz for Attorney General
The Republican Party secured control of the House, giving the G.O.P. a governing trifecta in Washington to enact Mr. Trump’s legislative agenda. Mr. Trump also confirmed that Senator Marco Rubio was his choice to be secretary of state and said he had offered Tulsi Gabbard the job of director of national intelligence.
Donald Trump picks his criminal lawyer, Todd Blanche, as deputy attorney general
Todd Blanche, designated for the No. 2 slot the Justice Department, represented Trump in his New York hush money trial and two federal criminal cases.
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Column: In Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump has chosen the anti-attorney general
The Florida congressman lacks the character, record or ability to lead the Justice Department, confirming the president-elect's intent to dismantle the rule of law.
Matt Gaetz Attorney General Nomination May Spark 'Interesting' Confirmation
Gaetz is currently facing a House ethics investigation over allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use.
Matt Gaetz quits House after he is picked by Trump for attorney general role
President-elect also nominates Tulsi Gabbard and Marco Rubio for senior roles, while Republicans are projected to win House majority.
Trump picks 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 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.
Florida’s Matt Gaetz resigns House seat after Trump taps him for attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to serve as U.S. attorney general, a surprising and highly controversial pick that could set up a confirmation battle in the Senate as the congressman continues to battle accusations of illicit drug use and sex trafficking.
What Are the Investigations Into Matt Gaetz, Trump's Pick for Attorney General
President-elect Donald Trump will nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general, tapping a controversial figure who has been the subject of investigations into sexual misconduct.
Matt Gaetz Faces 'Humiliating' Confirmation Hearing: Ex-White House Lawyer
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen the Florida Republican to serve as his attorney general, but he faces a tough road to ...
Trump nominates RFK Jr. to his White House
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his Secretary of Health and Human Services. Meanwhile on ...
Who's who on Trump's short list for attorney general
Donald Trump's short list for attorney general includes current U.S. senators, former White House officials and a state ...
Trump picks legal defense team for top Justice Department roles
President-elect Donald Trump announced Thursday he selected three attorneys who defended him in criminal cases for high-ranking posts within the Justice Department. In a statement, Trump nominated ...
Donald Trump Taps His Personal Defense Lawyers for Top DOJ Roles
President-elect Donald Trump selected two of his lawyers, Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, for powerful jobs at the DOJ.