John Bolton, former U.N. ambassador and national security adviser, said it best, ”
“It must be the worst nomination for a Cabinet secretary in American history. I think this is something that falls well outside the scope of deference that should be given to a president in nominating members of the senior team. Gaetz is not only totally incompetent for this job, he doesn’t have the character. He is a person of moral turpitude.”
PBS News had this to say:
“The House Ethics Committee had been investigating allegations that Gaetz was part of a scheme that led to the sex trafficking of a 17-year-old girl, a probe that ended Wednesday with Gaetz’ resignation from the House.”
Thomas Beaumont, AP News: What Republicans are saying about Matt Gaetz’s nomination for attorney general
Anthony Zurcher, BBC: Trump picking Gaetz to head justice sends shockwaves – and a strong message
PBS News: 5 things to know about Matt Gaetz, Trump’s pick for attorney general