Trump appoints controversial figures to key Cabinet positions amid misconduct allegations

Donald Trump has appointed Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense and Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, both facing serious allegations of sexual misconduct. This has raised concerns about their ability to lead key government departments. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell indicated that the Senate will not recess to expedite these nominations, highlighting the significant opposition they face. Trump's Cabinet choices reflect a troubling pattern of appointing individuals with similar accusations against them. The #MeToo movement continues to be relevant as these appointments signal a disregard for the experiences of sexual assault survivors. Critics argue that the focus should remain on the impact of these men's actions on their victims.