Republican Lawmakers Express Surprise, Shock At Rep. Matt Gaetz's Nomination As Attorney General

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President-elect Donald Trump appointed Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general, surprising lawmakers and prompting mixed reactions within his own party. Rep. Gaetz faced a House ethics investigation for alleged sexual misconduct and drug use, which he denies. Some Republican colleagues also resent him for his role in ousting former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Trump has acted swiftly to organize his administration, suggesting a congressional recess to bypass Senate confirmations for his nominees. Nominees can only afford to lose three GOP votes if Democrats unite in opposition.

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00:00It's Benzinga, bringing Wall Street to Main Street.

00:02President-elect Donald Trump appointed Representative Matt Gaetz as Attorney General,

00:06surprising lawmakers and prompting mixed reactions within his own party.

00:10Representative Gaetz faced a House ethics investigation

00:14for alleged sexual misconduct and drug use, which he denies.

00:18Some Republican colleagues also resent him for his role in ousting former Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

00:23Trump has acted swiftly to organize his administration,

00:26suggesting a congressional recess to bypass Senate confirmations for his nominees.

00:31Nominees can only afford to lose three GOP votes if Democrats unite in opposition.

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