Schmitt defends Gaetz: America needs someone ‘who’s going to shake things up’
SUMMARY
Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has publicly defended former Representative Matt Gaetz's nomination for Attorney General under President-elect Donald Trump, praising Gaetz as a needed disruptor for the Justice Department. Despite Schmitt being reportedly on Trump’s short list for the position, he expressed confidence in Gaetz’s ability to reform the department, which he criticized for becoming politically biased under Attorney General Merrick Garland. Schmitt argued that the Justice Department should focus on protecting Americans' constitutional rights, not settling political scores. Schmitt also explained his decision to withdraw from the AG race, citing his commitment to his Senate role. He emphasized the need for "reformers" who could bring real change to government agencies, which he believes are too entrenched in bureaucracy.
