Politics

Vance’s Failed First Test Fuels Doubts About White House Power

IMPOSSIBLE TASK

Despite meetings with Senators that reportedly went well, Vance’s efforts couldn’t overcome failed AG nominee Matt Gaetz’s dump truck-worth of baggage.

Former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump's onetime nominee to be Attorney General, and Vice President-elect JD Vance arrive for meetings with Senators at the U.S. Capitol on November 20, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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