More than half of Senate Republicans are privately expressing doubts about confirming President-elect Trump’s pick for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, due to allegations of sexual misconduct that Gaetz denies. Lawmakers are demanding further investigation into the allegations. Meanwhile, President Biden is set to meet with President Xi to discuss US-China relations. In other news, Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to run the Department of Health, and there are questions about whether he will be able to secure his desired cabinet members. Additionally, there is speculation about Elon Musk’s role in Trump’s administration and the potential comeback of Trump’s immigrant family separation policies. The House control after the election results remain uncertain as votes are still being counted. FBI foiled an Iranian plan to assassinate President-elect Trump, and Biden has pledged a smooth transfer of power after Harris’ loss to Trump. Trump has named Susie Wiles as chief of staff, the first woman to hold the title. The content suggests division within the Republican Party regarding Gaetz’s confirmation, potential policy changes under the Biden administration, and ongoing political developments in the aftermath of the recent elections.
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