Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee, says “Trump’s DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1”

Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee, says “Trump’s DOJ must be in place and ready on Day 1”

washington —Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announced Thursday that he is withdrawing his nomination for attorney general. President-elect Donald Trump tapped Gaetz to lead the Justice Department as the nation’s top law enforcement officer last week. He swiftly resigned his seat in the House and was on capitol hill on Wednesday with Vice President-elect JD…

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Can Trump appoint Matt Gaetz without Senate confirmation? Here’s what to know about recess appointments

Can Trump appoint Matt Gaetz without Senate confirmation? Here’s what to know about recess appointments

washington — President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of former Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general is his most controversial Cabinet pick yet, and the Florida Republican is likely to face obstacles in the confirmation process. But Trump is seeking an important change to the Senate confirmation process that would allow him to install some officials…

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