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.

  • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
    122·
    6 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
      10·
      6 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.

      • sparky@lemmy.federate.cc@lemmy.federate.cc
        4·
        6 days ago

        Likely so but your Conservative Party hasn’t shown the fascist cancer of our Republicans. I haven’t seen Poilievre say anything to suggest he wants to end democracy or tear down the government. That’s a pretty fucking low bar but at least you’re not at that level.

      • prole@lemmy.blahaj.zone
        4·
        6 days ago

        Not sure when you’re next election is, but if Trump fucks us hard enough between now and then, I could see Canada potentially swinging the other way as a reaction… Maybe that’s unrealistic.