Trump news live: Matt Gaetz hints at shocking Attorney General plans amid rumors ethics report could be leaked

Donald Trump and Elon Musk looked more like Simon and Garfunkel at Mar-a-Lago during a performance of God Bless America, but fans spotted a minor problem.

The duo returned to a hero’s welcome at the ‘Winter White House’ on Wednesday night after Trump had a friendly chat with the Bidens in DC and joked that he can’t get rid of his billionaire ‘first friend.’

Curators were delighted to see them alongside opera singer Chris Macchio in a performance of the American classic.

“ENOUGH. I physically cannot love President Trump more than I already do or I will die,” one account posted along with a crying emoji.

But as Musk awkwardly waved his arms during the performance, some fans spotted a crucial flaw: “Elon doesn’t know the words.”

The first billionaire friend seemed more than happy to imitate the lyrics as they concluded the classic to rave reviews on the Musk-owned social network X.

President-elect Donald Trump returned to the White House on Wednesday for a surprisingly cordial fireside chat with President Joe Biden that sparked a wild theory.

‘Welcome. Welcome back,” Biden told Trump, referring to him as “president-elect” and “former president,” and promising to work with his bitter political rival for a smooth transition of power.

The two leaders met in the Oval Office, shook hands and adopted a very different tone than each showed in the campaign trial.

Biden’s wide smile had everyone saying the same thing on social media: that he “voted for Trump.”

“Joe Biden shares the same smile that most of AMERICA has now,” combat veteran and former Republican congressional candidate Sean Parnell wrote in X.

“Everyone is excited for Trump to return to the White House,” he continued.

Other users began raising the wild idea that Biden’s seemingly happy mood was evidence that he actually secretly voted for his political nemesis.

Representative Matt Gaetz resigned from his position in the US House of Representatives just hours after Donald Trump elected him Attorney General.

Gaetz’s dramatic move came as Punchbowl News revealed the imminent release of a “highly damaging” report into allegations of sex trafficking and drug use against the Florida representative.

Now that Gaetz is no longer a member of Congress, the House Ethics Committee loses jurisdiction over him, although the report may still be released.

Attorney General Merrick Garland’s Justice Department also conducted an investigation into the Florida Republican over sex trafficking allegations, but he was never charged.

Gaetz’s decision came as even Republicans questioned whether the controversial pick to head the Justice Department could pass the Senate.

Cue the panic attacks of the Democrat-media complex!

Left-wing tears have been flowing strongly since Trump shocked the world by winning every single swing state in last Tuesday’s election loss.

But those tears turned into waterfalls after Trump turned to Army veteran and Fox News host Pete Hegseth to clean out the Augean stables in the bloated and befuddled Pentagon.

“When I saw (the news of Hegseth’s nomination), I thought the AP must have been hacked,” lamented former failed CNN anchor Don Lemon. “But Pete Hegseth?” The weekend morning host on Fox News? Come on.’

Democratic Representative Dan Goldman said: “Being in the military does not qualify you to run the Department of Defense and have access to our nuclear weapons.”

So says the man whose greatest credential is being heir to the Levi Strauss & Co fortune…. and a television expert.

Well, since you brought it up, Congressman, let’s talk about those qualifications, shall we?

Jake Tapper was absolutely stunned as he began his show Wednesday after Donald Trump nominated Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz for Attorney General.

Trump named the controversial Florida congressman as his nominee, in a move that is sure to outrage Democrats and even surprise many Republicans in Washington.

Perhaps expressing that outrage, Tapper began his show absolutely stunned by the nomination.

‘Welcome to The Lead, I’m Jake Tapper. And let me start the show by saying some words I’ve never thought of using together before. And those words are: The Attorney General of the United States, Matt Gaetz,” he said.

He later said he felt it was dangerous for Trump to give Gaetz that job, which requires Senate confirmation.

A senior Republican senator said he plans to treat Matt Gaetz’s Attorney General nomination process like any other member of Donald Trump’s Cabinet.

Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) was named vice chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee on Wednesday in the election that saw Sen. John Thune named majority leader.

He vowed on Fox News Thursday to speed up Trump’s election when Congress returns on Jan. 3.

I would say we’re going to do the Matt Gaetz confirmation like everything else. President Trump submitted a ton of nominations.

We have to address them quickly. When the new Congress is sworn in on January 3rd. Even before Trump is inaugurated and sworn in.

In fact, we will deal with them starting January 3rd.

We will be able to take the final votes and be busy, especially in the cabinet elections.

Lankford also said Trump will be involved in the entire process, more than President Joe Biden has been involved with Congress.

President Trump was always on the phone with members of Congress, calling, coming in and having the opportunity to be able to talk to each other. Arriving at the capitol.

A lot of action to be able to advance the legislation.

Joe Biden has not left the building. He has never called most members of Congress and is not engaged.

Not even his legislative team gets involved. President Trump is a hands-on leader. I fully hope you can commit.

Donald Trump’s pick for Attorney General, Matt Gaetz, has suggested he could “abolish” the FBI and other government agencies.

Gaetz, the former Florida congressman, wrote on social media:

We should exert full pressure against this ARMED government that has turned against our people. And if that means abolishing every one of the three agencies, from the FBI to the ATF, I’m ready to go!

By Katelyn Caralle, US Senior Political Reporter

Alina Habba has ruled herself out of being part of Donald Trump’s ad despite speculation she was the favourite.

The firebrand lawyer was thought to be a leading candidate for one of the administration’s top jobs.

But on Thursday morning he announced he was withdrawing his name from consideration.

“While I am flattered by the support and speculation, the role of Press Secretary is not a role I am considering,” Habba wrote in X. “While I love shouting from a podium, I will be better served in other capacities.”