But many Republicans and Gaetz allies have touted his aggressive style as an essential attribute for an attorney general.
The president-elect filled some of those spots Thursday evening, appointing a series of his own personal lawyers to run key sections of the Justice Department.
Trump also announced his selection of Emile Bove, another member of his criminal defense team, to be principal associate attorney general.
Now, while some of his colleagues in Congress expressed skepticism of his pick as attorney general, they said they are prepared for a detailed confirmation process.
As attorney general, Gaetz would be in control of the FBI investigative files that detail the evidence the bureau uncovered.
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