Democratic Senator John Fetterman suggested that former President Donald Trump’s nomination of GOP Representative Matt Gaetz as attorney general was a strategic move to “own the libs in perpetuity.” Trump’s selection of Gaetz, a controversial figure within his own party, for this key role surprised many lawmakers.
Fetterman humorously described Trump’s choice as a “god-tier level trolling” and praised it as a clever chess move by the former president. His comments, which were captured in a viral video, highlighted the divisive nature of Gaetz’s nomination and the potential impact it could have on political discourse.
Tech mogul Elon Musk, who recently joined Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, shared Fetterman’s reaction on social media, calling it “amazing” with a laughing face emoji. The nomination of Gaetz has sparked strong reactions from both Democrats and Republicans, with some questioning the reasoning behind Trump’s decision.
Fetterman emphasized that it will be up to Gaetz’s Republican colleagues to justify their support for his nomination, as Democrats’ opinions are less significant in this context. The controversial nature of Gaetz’s nomination has raised concerns among members of both parties, with some expressing shock and skepticism about the choice.
Republican Senator Susan Collins expressed surprise at Gaetz’s nomination, highlighting the importance of the Senate’s advise-and-consent process in vetting potential appointees. Other lawmakers, such as Representative Mike Simpson, also expressed disbelief at the selection of Gaetz for the attorney general role.
Gaetz’s swift resignation from the House of Representatives following Trump’s announcement effectively ended an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use. The timing of Gaetz’s departure, just before a scheduled vote on the release of an ethics committee report, raised further questions about the circumstances surrounding his nomination as attorney general.
