Trump's nomination of Gaetz for attorney general faces hurdles under federal vacancies law

Donald Trump has nominated Matt Gaetz as attorney general, but experts say the Federal Vacancies Reform Act (FVRA) cannot be used for his appointment. Gaetz does not meet the criteria set by the FVRA, which limits acting appointments to certain officials. Supporters of Trump are exploring options like recess appointments to bypass Senate confirmation for Gaetz and other nominees. This would allow Trump to appoint Gaetz temporarily, but he would still face challenges in securing long-term confirmation. Some Senate Republicans have expressed concerns about Gaetz's nomination, with confirmation hearings set to begin next year. The Republican majority in the Senate means that four GOP senators could block any nominee if they oppose them.