Senate divided over House report on Matt Gaetz as Trump pushes for AG nomination

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President-elect Donald Trump is urging Republicans to support his attorney general nominee, Matt Gaetz, who recently resigned from the House amid allegations of misconduct. Gaetz denies the allegations, which include having sex with a minor and drug use. The House Ethics Committee's investigation into Gaetz ended with his resignation, but there is debate over whether to release its findings. Some Republicans are open to hearing Gaetz's side, while House leadership opposes making the report public. The Ethics Committee will meet privately to discuss Gaetz's case. Some lawmakers believe the findings should be available to Senators to inform their decision on his confirmation. An attorney involved in a civil case against Gaetz reported unauthorized access to confidential testimony related to the allegations.


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