Matt Gaetz Seeks Senate Support for Attorney General Nomination

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz is seeking support from Republican senators for his nomination as attorney general amid serious allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use. His meetings on Capitol Hill, accompanied by Vice President-elect JD Vance, are crucial as he requires a majority vote in the GOP-controlled Senate for confirmation. Gaetz resigned his congressional seat shortly after being announced as the nominee by President-elect Donald Trump, who continues to back him despite the ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation. Gaetz has labeled the allegations a 'smear' and has criticized former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for instigating the inquiry. Some Republican senators have expressed skepticism about Gaetz's nomination, and calls for the Ethics Committee to release its report on the allegations are growing. As the confirmation process unfolds, the impact of these unresolved allegations remains a significant concern for many within the party.