Don Gaetz surprised by son Matt Gaetz's nomination as attorney general

Don Gaetz, a Florida state senator, expressed surprise at his son Matt Gaetz's nomination as attorney general by President-elect Donald Trump. He stated that he and his wife were unaware of the decision until Matt informed them. Matt Gaetz resigned from the House following the nomination, ending an ongoing ethics investigation related to allegations of sex trafficking. His father defended him against these allegations, claiming there has been no basis for charges. Don Gaetz believes his son can handle a challenging confirmation process, noting that Matt has always sought opportunities to advocate for his beliefs. He also mentioned the advantage of having his son in Washington.