Senate Republicans arent backing down from their plan to dig deep into Matt Gaetzs background (a move that could create tension with Trumps transition team). The former congress-man stepped down this past wed‚ right before thanksgiving
GOP leaders want full access to both the now-closed House probe and FBI background info: some key-points they need to check are
- possible sex-related violations
- drug-use claims
- questions about gift-taking rules
Several high-ranking senators expressed their concerns about the nomination process — which needs careful review of all these un-resolved issues. “We have a duty to look into every detail“ said one senior GOP member who asked to stay un-named
The timing of Gaetzs departure raises eye-brows since it effectively stopped the Houses ethics investigation mid-way. However senate Republicans made it clear: his resignation wont prevent them from getting answers about these serious claims
The upcoming confirmation process could become a real test for Trumpʼs decision-making skills; especially since many old-school Republicans dont feel comfortable with some parts of Gaetzs track-record