Trump sends Vance to rally support for Gaetz amid misconduct allegations
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Donald Trump has sent JD Vance to Washington to rally support for Matt Gaetz, his nominee for attorney general, amid allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use against Gaetz. Vance will also support Pete Hegseth, nominated for defense secretary. The House ethics committee is set to vote on releasing a report regarding Gaetz's alleged misconduct. Despite no charges from the Justice Department, Gaetz faces scrutiny from the House investigation, which stalled after his resignation from Congress. Trump is actively contacting Republican senators to gain their backing for Gaetz, who needs a majority for confirmation. Some senators have expressed concerns about Gaetz's nomination, complicating his path forward.