Matt Gaetz teases ‘different post’ amid speculation he could replace Rubio in the Senate
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz teases ‘different post’ amid speculation he could replace Rubio in the Senate

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz has hinted that he might not be disappearing from politics just yet as speculation mounts that he could take Marco Rubio’s open seat in the Senate. But I think Lara would do a great job.” The idea was echoed by former Sean Hannity producer Kylie Jane Kremer, who posted on X: “Senator Matt Gaetz has a nice ring to it.” But a source close to DeSantis poured cold water on the idea, the National Review reported. open image in gallery Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration following a week of intense scrutiny on the sexual allegations from his past If Gaetz did decide he wanted to return to Congress, House rules may bar him from retaking his seat, and he may instead have to compete for it again in a special election in Florida, as the U.S. Constitution calls for special elections to fill House vacancies. Rep. Sean Casten of Illinois said he welcomed Gaetz’s withdrawal, but “it remains important that the Gaetz report be made available to the American people.” Trump quickly replaced Gaetz on Thursday by nominating former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi as his next choice to lead the Department of Justice.

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Letters to the Editor: Remember when Trump picked Matt Gaetz to be attorney general?
1 week, 5 days ago

Letters to the Editor: Remember when Trump picked Matt Gaetz to be attorney general?

LA Times  

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida attends the New York Young Republican Club’s annual gala on Dec. 15. To the editor: Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who had been President-elect Donald Trump’s first choice to be attorney general, has been accused by the House Ethics Committee of “regularly” paying for sex, including with a 17-year-old girl, and illegal drug use. To …

Matt Gaetz Shares Purported Note From Trump After Release Of Scorching Ethics Report
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Matt Gaetz Shares Purported Note From Trump After Release Of Scorching Ethics Report

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz on Monday shared a note that he purportedly received from President-elect Donald Trump, posting a photo of the message online after the House Ethics Committee said it found evidence that Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct and illegal drug use while in Congress. The House Ethics Committee suggested that Gaetz “violated House Rules …

'Those days are gone': Florida pollster claims Gaetz could bounce back from sex scandal
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Those days are gone': Florida pollster claims Gaetz could bounce back from sex scandal

Raw Story  

Under normal circumstances, an investigation that concludes with accusations that its subject paid for sex with a high school girl would devastate any chance of public life. While speaking over the weekend at the TalkingPoint USA conference, Gaetz teased that he might run for U.S. Senate to replace Sen. Marco Rubio, who is expected to vacate his seat once he …

'Return like Trump returned': MAGA urges second coming on Matt Gaetz
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Return like Trump returned': MAGA urges second coming on Matt Gaetz

Raw Story  

Despite the House Ethics Committee's findings in its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz's alleged sexual misconduct, a number of MAGA allies are encouraging the ex-Florida lawmaker to fight back, according to Politico. The Ethics Committee's report "says the committee found evidence that Gaetz paid thousands of dollars for sex; violated Florida’s statutory rape law; used cocaine, ecstasy and marijuana …

Who is Matt Gaetz’s wife, Ginger? The woman proudly standing by her man amid sex allegations
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Who is Matt Gaetz’s wife, Ginger? The woman proudly standing by her man amid sex allegations

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 30-year-old wife of the former Florida congressman and Donald Trump’s original pick for …

Matt Gaetz grudgingly withdraws 'moot' legal complaint to block ethics report
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Matt Gaetz grudgingly withdraws 'moot' legal complaint to block ethics report

Raw Story  

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is withdrawing a motion for a restraining order on the release of a House Ethics Committee report into his alleged misconduct — as it has already been released and the issue has been made moot. "Due to the Defendant’s unprecedented and procedurally defective decision to publicize the Report that was the subject of Plaintiff’s Motion for …

'Beyond disturbing': Critics wince at lurid details in Matt Gaetz ethics report
2 weeks, 2 days ago

'Beyond disturbing': Critics wince at lurid details in Matt Gaetz ethics report

Raw Story  

Details leaked on Monday about the House Ethics Committee's investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz and many critics of the Florida Republican were quick to register their disgust. The 37-page report, which is due to be officially released on Monday, alleged that "there is substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz violated House Rules and other standards of conduct prohibiting prostitution, statutory …

Trump allies to Gaetz: Don’t back down
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump allies to Gaetz: Don’t back down

Politico  

Gaetz was forced to drop out of the confirmation process to be the next attorney general under Trump — in part due to concerns from senators over the ethics report. “The public can see through these tactics, and Matt Gaetz continues to have a bright future in elected office or any other path he chooses to pursue.” Asked about Gaetz’s …

Matt Gaetz considering running for Marco Rubio’s Senate seat
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Matt Gaetz considering running for Marco Rubio’s Senate seat

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Embattled former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz — who is selling …

'Who knows what trouble I may get into': Matt Gaetz teases Senate run amid ethics report
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

'Who knows what trouble I may get into': Matt Gaetz teases Senate run amid ethics report

Raw Story  

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz hinted that he could run for U.S. Senate just hours before a House Ethics Committee report was expected to suggest that he had sex with a 17-year-old girl. While speaking at Turning Point USA's AmFest conference on Sunday, Gaetz responded to speculation about his next move after backing out as President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be …

'Footnote in history': CNN Republican writes Matt Gaetz's political epitaph
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Footnote in history': CNN Republican writes Matt Gaetz's political epitaph

Raw Story  

A CNN conservative commentator wrote off Matt Gaetz's political future as the House Ethics Committee prepares to release a report on its investigation into shocking allegations against the former lawmaker. The panel voted in secret earlier this month to reverse its previous decision on the report, which will reveal findings from a congressional investigation into allegations that Gaetz paid for …

Matt Gaetz threatening Congress to ‘expose’ if House Ethics Committee pushes further to release the report
3 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz threatening Congress to ‘expose’ if House Ethics Committee pushes further to release the report

Hindustan Times  

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz has threatened to “expose” alleged “me too” settlements involving his former colleagues following the House Ethics Committee released a report it conducted into the accusations of sexual misconduct aimed at the Florida Republican. Gaetz calls Ethics investigation a ‘smear campaign’ after resignation Gaetz, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing, resigned from Congress on November 13 after …

Matt Gaetz report to be released by House Ethics Committee after secret voting: Source
3 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz report to be released by House Ethics Committee after secret voting: Source

Hindustan Times  

The House Ethics Committee voted in secret to release the long-awaited ethics report into ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz, raising the possibility that the allegations against the Florida Republican who was President-elect Donald Trump's first choice for attorney general could be made public in the coming days. Just last month, members voted along party lines to not release the findings of their …

Concerns raised about J.D. Vance after Gaetz lobbying flop: report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Concerns raised about J.D. Vance after Gaetz lobbying flop: report

Raw Story  

The failure of ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz to make it to a Senate hearing on his nomination to be Donald Trump's next attorney general has led to concerns the Vice President-elect J.D. Vance has been out of the limelight as Trump has relied on billionaire Elon Musk as his wingman in public, with the incoming vice president working behind the scenes …

What did Trump tell Gaetz? The phone call that ended his AG hopes: ‘These senators aren’t…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What did Trump tell Gaetz? The phone call that ended his AG hopes: ‘These senators aren’t…’

Hindustan Times  

Matt Gaetz’s dream of becoming Donald Trump’s attorney general came crashing down after a blunt phone call. This combination of pictures shows US President-elect Donald Trump and US Representative Matt Gaetz, Republican of Florida, Inside Trump’s call to Matt Gatez ahead of withdrawal Donald Trump wrapped up his cabinet selections on November 24 by naming longtime ally Brooke Rollins as …

Donald Trump’s former attorney general pick Matt Gaetz on new career path? ‘Still going to fight, but from…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s former attorney general pick Matt Gaetz on new career path? ‘Still going to fight, but from…’

Live Mint  

Donald Trump's former US attorney general pick, Matt Gaetz, stated on Friday that he does not plan to rejoin Congress. But I think that eight years is probably enough time in the United States Congress,” Matt Gaetz said in an interview with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. Allegations against Matt Gaetz Gaetz became involved in a federal sex trafficking investigation targeting …

Gaetz debacle has Trump team cooling efforts to bully GOP lawmakers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gaetz debacle has Trump team cooling efforts to bully GOP lawmakers

Raw Story  

The short-lived nomination of ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz to be the next attorney general, which fell apart over a reportedly damaging House Ethics Committee report, has led to a rollback by Donald Trump and his team to get GOP senators to rubberstamp all his other nominees. According to a report from the Washington Post, the Gaetz debacle that played out over …

Letters to the Editor: Trump’s replacement for Matt Gaetz? Also ethically challenged
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Letters to the Editor: Trump’s replacement for Matt Gaetz? Also ethically challenged

LA Times  

Then-Rep. Matt Gaetz arrives to speak at a campaign rally with Sen. JD Vance on Nov. 4 in Georgia. To the editor: So, ethically challenged former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration for U.S. attorney general. In her place, President-elect Donald Trump selected ethically challenged former Florida Atty. Let us all recall that when she was the Sunshine …

Week in politics: Matt Gaetz steps down, new cabinet picks
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Week in politics: Matt Gaetz steps down, new cabinet picks

NPR  

Week in politics: Matt Gaetz steps down, new cabinet picks We look at Matt Gaetz removing himself from his nomination as Attorney General as well as a few of the cabinet nominations that President-elect Donald Trump announced on Friday night. It's also widely reported Trump called him the morning he withdrew and told him the votes just weren't there in …

Trump got his first black eye with Matt Gaetz. His next problem? Pete Hegseth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump got his first black eye with Matt Gaetz. His next problem? Pete Hegseth

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President-elect Donald Trump notched his first major failure on Thursday …

The True Lesson of the Matt Gaetz Nomination Crash
55 years ago

The True Lesson of the Matt Gaetz Nomination Crash

Slate  

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s thwarted attempt to install Matt Gaetz as attorney general is the first major failure of Trump’s promised autocracy. Gaetz’s nomination was a critical test of whether Congress would abdicate one of its core constitutional duties to the executive branch, further ceding ground to the increasingly powerful office of the presidency. The nomination was also a test …

Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Former Rep. Matt Gaetz said Friday that he will not be returning to Congress after withdrawing his name from consideration to be attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump amid growing allegations of sexual misconduct. I do not intend to join the 119th Congress,” Gaetz told conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, adding that he has “some other goals in life …

Matt Gaetz reveals what he plans to do next as he claims ‘smear’ campaign killed AG nomination
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz reveals what he plans to do next as he claims ‘smear’ campaign killed AG nomination

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz has revealed more about his future plans, capping …

Matt Gaetz reveals he will not rejoin Congress next year: ‘I’m still going to be in the fight’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz reveals he will not rejoin Congress next year: ‘I’m still going to be in the fight’

Hindustan Times  

Matt Gaetz, who withdrew as Donald Trump's attorney general pick Thursday, will not be rejoining Congress when it convenes next year. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon/File Photo Former Rep. Matt Gaetz won't rejoin Congress next year after withdrawing as Trump's AG pick “I do not intend to join the 119th Congress,” the 42-year-old said in his first interview since withdrawing his name from …

'Have other goals': Matt Gaetz says he won't rejoin Congress after withdrawing as Trump's attorney general pick
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Have other goals': Matt Gaetz says he won't rejoin Congress after withdrawing as Trump's attorney general pick

Firstpost  

Gaetz was facing an uphill battle to win confirmation in the Senate for the top legal role of attorney general due to widespread opposition, including from within his own Republican Party Matt Gaetz speaks at a campaign rally for Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump in Henderson, Nevada, US, October 31, 2024. File Image/Reuters After withdrawing his …

Where Matt Gaetz will go next
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Where Matt Gaetz will go next

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz’s brief stint as Donald Trump’s nominee to lead …

Matt Gaetz says he will not rejoin Congress next year: report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz says he will not rejoin Congress next year: report

Raw Story  

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz said Friday he will not rejoin Congress next year, reports show. The Florida Republican told far right pundit Charlie Kirk that he would not seek to reclaim the seat he abandoned to pursue a failed bid to become President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general, CNN reported. “I’m still going to be in the fight, but it’s going …

Matt Gaetz’s wife posts tribute as he withdraws from AG consideration: ‘End of an era’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz’s wife posts tribute as he withdraws from AG consideration: ‘End of an era’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ginger Gaetz called it “the end of an era” after …

Seth Meyers skewers Matt Gaetz’s failed 8-day run for attorney general
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Seth Meyers skewers Matt Gaetz’s failed 8-day run for attorney general

The Independent  

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Inside Trump’s phone call to Gaetz that ended his attorney general nomination
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Inside Trump’s phone call to Gaetz that ended his attorney general nomination

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Eight days after his nomination to become Trump’s attorney general, the former Florida lawmaker …

Who is Matt Gaetz’s wife, Ginger? The woman proudly standing by her man amid sex allegations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who is Matt Gaetz’s wife, Ginger? The woman proudly standing by her man amid sex allegations

The Independent  

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Matt Gaetz burned down the House — then was shocked to find he couldn’t do the same to the Senate
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz burned down the House — then was shocked to find he couldn’t do the same to the Senate

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz spent the best part of Wednesday meeting with …

'Stellar choice': Matt Gaetz says he loves his replacement
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Stellar choice': Matt Gaetz says he loves his replacement

Raw Story  

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz offered a ringing endorsement of Donald Trump’s new selection of Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. Gaetz’s seal of approval of Bondi came just hours after Trump named her to replace the embattled, scandal-plagued former lawmaker amid sexual misconduct allegations that ultimately doomed his nomination. “Pam and I worked closely together when …

Matt Gaetz withdraws nomination for Attorney-General
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz withdraws nomination for Attorney-General

ABC  

Luke Siddham-Dundon: Matt Gaetz, the man picked by Donald Trump to be his attorney general, has withdrawn his nomination overnight. Luke Radford: But Matt Gaetz has struck himself out before even stepping up to the plate, announcing his withdrawal from the attorney general nomination with a post on social media site X. Matt Gaetz was also separately investigated by the …

"Eight years is enough": Gaetz won't return to Congress
1 month, 2 weeks ago

"Eight years is enough": Gaetz won't return to Congress

Salon  

Matt Gaetz answered top-of-mind questions on his political future and took a swipe at a bipartisan investigation into his alleged sexual misconduct during an interview with Charlie Kirk shared on Friday. Gaetz withdrew from consideration as the House Ethics Committee battled over whether to release their report, announcing on Thursday that controversy over his confirmation was “a distraction” to the …

GOP says good riddance to Gaetz — with most refusing to even say his name
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GOP says good riddance to Gaetz — with most refusing to even say his name

Raw Story  

WASHINGTON – Republicans on Capitol Hill are privately celebrating after former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for attorney general. “So you don’t even want to talk about Matt Gaetz?” Raw Story asked the incoming chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee in a cramped Capitol elevator. “If you got a non-Gaetz question, you’re first,” Sen. Thom Tillis told Raw Story. …

Can Matt Gaetz return to Congress after failed attorney general bid?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Can Matt Gaetz return to Congress after failed attorney general bid?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matt Gaetz shocked Washington on Thursday with his announcement he …

Matt Gaetz drops out of consideration for attorney general: ‘There is no time to waste’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz drops out of consideration for attorney general: ‘There is no time to waste’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz announced today that he would …

So, Matt Gaetz Won’t Be AG. Can He Go Back To Congress?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

So, Matt Gaetz Won’t Be AG. Can He Go Back To Congress?

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination as attorney general on Thursday as new allegations about sexual relationships he had with a minor emerged. Gaetz had already announced his immediate resignation from Congress, but it’s possible he could take his seat in the next Congress in January. He officially resigned from Congress on Nov. 13 …

All the sex scandal claims against Trump’s cabinet as Matt Gaetz abandons Attorney General bidt
1 month, 2 weeks ago

All the sex scandal claims against Trump’s cabinet as Matt Gaetz abandons Attorney General bidt

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In his plea deal, Greenberg didn’t name Gaetz, but he did admit introducing a …

Republican Senators On Matt Gaetz Dropping Out: Phew
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Republican Senators On Matt Gaetz Dropping Out: Phew

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Republican senators were shocked last week when President-elect Donald Trump announced Matt Gaetz would be his nominee for attorney general. “I thought it was problematic, and I think, as some of our members have expressed, as they’ve learned more about it, there was perhaps some information out there that the president was not aware of …

'The end of an era': Matt Gaetz's wife speaks out after AG withdrawal
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'The end of an era': Matt Gaetz's wife speaks out after AG withdrawal

Raw Story  

Ginger Gaetz, the wife of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, suggested that her husband would not serve in the next Congress after he withdrew as President-elect Donald Trump's next attorney general. In a statement on Thursday, Matt Gaetz said he was withdrawing because his "confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction" from Trump's agenda. Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration to be attorney …

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Donald Trump’s Attorney General amid sex trafficking probe
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Donald Trump’s Attorney General amid sex trafficking probe

Live Mint  

Matt Gaetz withdrew on Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general amid continued fallout over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation's chief federal law enforcement officer. Trump, in a social media post, said: “I greatly appreciate the recent efforts of Matt Gaetz in seeking approval to be …

Matt Gaetz controversy: What to know about sexual misconduct allegations as he withdraws as Trump’s attorney general pick
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz controversy: What to know about sexual misconduct allegations as he withdraws as Trump’s attorney general pick

The Independent  

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'Florida man going back to Congress?' Experts say Matt Gaetz left door open for return
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Florida man going back to Congress?' Experts say Matt Gaetz left door open for return

Raw Story  

Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration as Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, but he potentially could return to Congress despite his resignation last week. "Gaetz may not come back to the 118th Congress," said House procedure expert Matt Glassman. Fox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram said Gaetz could inform the clerk of the House that he does intend to …

Trump breaks silence after Matt Gaetz withdraws as his attorney general pick
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump breaks silence after Matt Gaetz withdraws as his attorney general pick

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump has addressed Matt Gaetz's withdrawal as his attorney general pick. This combination of pictures created on November 13, 2024 shows US President Joe Biden meets with US President-elect Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on November 13, 2024, and US Representative Matt Gaetz, Republican of Florida, speaks during the third day …

'Bond villain #1 is out': Matt Gaetz withdrawal greeted with relief and joy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Bond villain #1 is out': Matt Gaetz withdrawal greeted with relief and joy

Raw Story  

An abrupt decision by embattled ex-Rep Matt Gaetz to withdraw from consideration to be Donald Trump's attorney general was greeted with a mixture of glee and relief on Thursday afternoon. Noted legal expert Laurence Tribe contributed, "GAETZ WITHDRAWS: Because anyone else Trump picks as his loyal consigliere AG will give off a less horrid stench than Gaetz — and will …

'He was doing very well': Trump praises Gaetz for withdrawing attorney general nomination
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'He was doing very well': Trump praises Gaetz for withdrawing attorney general nomination

Raw Story  

Matt Gaetz's announcement Thursday that he would withdraw his name from the Cabinet contest spurred near-immediate praise from President-elect Donald Trump. Trump did not mention the unfolding scandal around a House Ethics committee probe into charges Gaetz had sex with a minor at a drug-fueled party. "I greatly appreciate the recent efforts of Matt Gaetz in seeking approval to be …

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general pick: ‘There is no time to waste’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's attorney general pick: ‘There is no time to waste’

Hindustan Times  

Matt Gaetz withdrew Thursday as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation's chief federal law enforcement officer. Trump’s DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1.” Trump, in a social media post, said: “I greatly appreciate the …

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