President-elect Donald Trump sent shockwaves through Washington when he announced his attorney general nominee was Matt Gaetz, a now-former Florida congressman who has built a brand by stirring up controversy and pushing provocative viewpoints.
Gaetz was one of Trump’s most loyal supporters throughout his presidential campaign. The Florida Republican has proven he would eagerly execute Trump’s plans to prosecute political foes, fire noncompliant career employees, and prioritize conservative pursuits, such as carrying out deportations and fighting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
But even some Republicans have winced at Trump’s surprise move to tap a confrontational firebrand with no prosecutorial experience to lead the Justice Department. Sens. Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), and others have already expressed hesitation about Gaetz, signaling…
