President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz to be his attorney general, he posted on his social media platform Wednesday afternoon.

Gaetz was seen traveling with Trump in his motorcade during his visit to Washington, D.C., on Wednesday.

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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz to be his attorney general, he posted on his social media platform Wednesday afternoon.{ai:summary}<p>President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz as his attorney general, announced on his social media platform. Gaetz was spotted with Trump in his motorcade during a recent visit to Washington, D.C.</p><p>This nomination is part of ongoing developments in the Trump administration. Further updates are expected. #politics</p>

Trump picks Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general

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