President-elect Trump chooses controversial congressman and MAGA-firebrand Matt Gaetz to be the attorney general of the United States. We break down Trump’s most jaw-dropping picks yet and how these loyalists might use their power on his behalf.
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Moderate Dem Beats Socialist in Wisconsin
The progressive wave flattens in Wisconsin, as Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong loses to moderate David Crowley in the gubernatorial primary ... The seemingly unrelenting barrage of major storms continue, with the Midwest in the path this morning as flash flooding, damaging wi ... Show More
1h 26m
Aug 10
'Semi-Negotiations' ... and No Deal In Sight
President Trump says the US is now "low-keying it" with Iran, characterizing talks between the countries as "semi-negotiations." Iran says nothing will get through the Strait of Hormuz until the US "corrects its behavior" ... First lettuce, then jalapenos, and now prepackaged foo ... Show More
1h 23m
Nov 2024
Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
This week, the crew breaks down former rep. Matt Gaetz's sudden withdrawal as Trump's intended nominee for attorney general.
Then, Libby Casey, James Hohmann and JM Rieger examine president-elect Donald Trump's promises: What does he say he will do on his first day in office? And ... Show More
45m 44s
Nov 2024
Trump Calling Senators Directly To Lobby For Gaetz’s Confirmation
Tonight, a look at the continuing controversy surrounding President-elect Trump's nominations for attorney general and defense secretary. We’ve learned Trump is calling some senators directly to discuss his AG pick, former Rep. Matt Gaetz, and ask for their support, two sources f ... Show More
45m 54s