Senator JD Vance is taking charge of introducing potential Attorney General pick Matt Gaetz to Senate members (while an ethics investigation still hangs over the ex-Florida congressmanʼs head). The Ohio lawmakerʼs efforts come as part of the pre-inauguration process‚ with the House Ethics Committee yet to release its findings about sex-trafficking and drug-related claims
The President-electʼs team keeps adding new names to the future administration line-up: Former WWE executive Linda McMahon is set to lead the Education Department; while TV personality Dr Mehmet Oz — known for his long-running health-focused show — will manage Medicare and Medicaid services. The transition co-chairs are working fast to fill key positions before jan 2025
The meetings between Gaetz and senators show the Trump teams confidence in their pick despite the un-finished ethics probe. Vance‚ whos been a strong supporter since his 2022 election is helping smooth the path for what could be a tough confirmation process