With Gaetz Nominated for Attorney General, Trump’s Battle with the Establishment Escalates

Gaetz’s nomination as AG isn’t just filling a seat—it’s a declaration of war against Washington’s status quo, with allegations and an ethics probe still looming.

As a political junkie, I’ve always followed political appointments after elections. I see it as extended post-game coverage, but this time, it feels different—more like a draft pick for a team rebuilding its lineup, giving us a sneak peek into the upcoming season. Trump is playing this game masterfully, like any great entertainer.

While there have been a few picks that garnered attention and criticism from the media and those who cling to the establishment like a security blanket, no pick has created more of a head-spin than the firebrand Florida congressman Matt Gaetz, Esq. I like to add the “Esq.” as an homage to Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, except Gaetz is actually an attorney.

An Audible Gasp Reactions from the Halls of Congress

At the time of the announcement, several House Republicans were meeting behind closed doors, and reports indicate an…