President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz as his Attorney General, bypassing more traditional candidates for the role of the nation’s top prosecutor. Gaetz, a strong ally of Trump, is set to focus on ending “weaponized government,” reinforcing border security, dismantling criminal networks, and restoring public trust in the Justice Department, according to Trump’s statement.
In another high-profile pick, Trump has selected former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as his Director of National Intelligence. Known for her military service in the Army National Guard and time on the Homeland Security Committee, Gabbard is expected to bring a fresh approach to the intelligence community. Trump praised her bipartisan appeal and commitment to “peace through strength,” noting her popularity among his supporters during the campaign. Both appointments underscore Trump’s preference for loyal allies rather than long-standing figures in these fields.
