Trump urges Senate support for Gaetz nomination as confirmation faces challenges

President-elect Donald Trump is urging senators to support his nomination of Matt Gaetz for attorney general, despite Gaetz's challenging prospects for confirmation. Trump believes Gaetz's boldness is essential for the role, according to Senator Kevin Cramer. Trump has acknowledged Gaetz's difficulties, as he recently resigned amid an ethics investigation. Reports suggest that Trump's push for Gaetz may be part of a strategy to lower the standards for future nominees. If all Senate Democrats oppose Gaetz, only three Republican votes against him would be needed to block the nomination. Some Republicans have already indicated they may not support Gaetz.