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Trump Nominates Matt Gaetz as Attorney General Amidst Investigation Controversies

President-elect Donald Trump nominates Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, igniting debates over his suitability amidst ongoing investigations and controversies.

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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, despite scrutiny over past investigations, including a sex trafficking probe. Some Republican senators express skepticism about Gaetz's suitability for the position due to an ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation into alleged misconduct. Gaetz is known for his loyalty to Trump and has previously pushed for radical changes within the Justice Department. Trump's nomination raises questions about the confirmation process given potential opposition from Republican colleagues and Democrats.

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