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Trump picks Matt Gaetz, with checkered record on antisemitism, for Attorney General

Gaetz faced early skepticism from some Senate Republicans, suggesting he may struggle to get confirmed — through normal processes

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Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) speaks during a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance hearing.

Former President Donald Trump announced that he’s planning to nominate ethically-embattled, far-right former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) as his attorney general, tapping a figure with a checkered record on antisemitism for a role with key responsibilities in addressing discrimination...

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