Ohio senator helps controversial AG pick meet future colleagues
Trump transition team moves forward with key cabinet positions while ethics report looms. Senator **JD Vance** leads efforts to introduce potential AG nominee to fellow lawmakers
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
