The Florida congressman lacks the character, record or ability to lead the Justice Department, confirming the president-elect's intent to dismantle the rule of law.

The president-elect selected Gaetz, who has repeatedly spread falsehoods about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and was previously investigated by the Justice Department, to run DOJ.

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice of former Representative Matt Gaetz to lead the Justice Department surprised and dismayed some Senate Republicans, casting doubt on his confirmation.