President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Rep. Matt Gaetz to be the next Attorney General of the United States, filling the top law enforcement position with a Florida lawmaker who has been under investigation by the department he would be leading. This appointment is significant as it comes at a critical time for the Justice Department, which has faced criticism from Trump throughout his presidency. Gaetz, who has been charged with four federal felonies in connection with his attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, will now be in charge of the department that is investigating him. The case against Gaetz is ongoing, but the appointment raises questions about potential conflicts of interest. This is a developing story and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Ryan J. Reilly, a justice reporter for NBC News, is covering this story.
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