Trump’s Matt Gaetz Pick Unnerves an Already Jittery Justice Department and FBI
Trump’s pick for Attorney General, Matt Gaetz, has raised concerns among Justice Department and FBI officials. Gaetz, a strong Trump ally, has repeatedly criticized the department’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election and has vowed to “drain the swamp” in Washington. His appointment has prompted speculation that he will use his position to target political opponents and undermine ongoing investigations. Officials fear that Gaetz’s loyalty to Trump will lead him to prioritize the president’s political interests over the department’s mission of upholding the law.