More than half of Senate Republicans, including some in senior leadership positions, privately say they don’t see a path for the former Florida representative, according to a number of Republican sources.

Summary

Senate Republicans are largely opposed to confirming Matt Gaetz as attorney general, with more than 30 reportedly considering him unqualified.

Gaetz, nominated by President-elect Trump, faces resistance due to past controversies, including a DOJ investigation into alleged sex trafficking, which he denies.

Senators are calling for the release of a House Ethics Committee report on Gaetz, which may include allegations of misconduct.

Trump’s team remains confident despite concerns over Gaetz’s confirmation prospects. Some Republicans warn against a recess appointment, fearing it would weaken the Cabinet’s credibility.

  • Hobbes_Dent@lemmy.world
    19·
    5 days ago

    How do you even explain this to one’s daughter? To trust a system to keep them safe - the basic role of government. Yet here is a government flat out okaying rape culture.

    He will be confirmed. This is just more media normalization and hopium that things are normal.

    • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
      51·
      5 days ago

      I wish I had an answer for you. I’m lucky enough to have dual citizenship, so I am getting my daughter out of the country while I can. I wish others were so lucky.

      • Hobbes_Dent@lemmy.world
        5·
        5 days ago

        All good, I’m just postulating and recall your post from yesterday.

        I’m Canadian with grown daughters. Unfortunately Canada will pivot hard right next election as well, but unlikely to this point of insanity. But we will still follow along like a lost Shepherd.