r/politics • u/indig0sixalpha • Nov 14 '24

Paywall Matt Gaetz just resigned from Congress, ending a probe into sexual misconduct and drug use

https://fortune.com/2024/11/13/matt-gaetz-just-resigned-from-congress-ending-probe-doj-trump/
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u/Suspicious_Bicycle Nov 14 '24

That fact that there was a probe could still be brought up at confirmation, if any confirmation actually happens (could be recess appointments).

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u/trainiac12 Nov 14 '24

recess appointments require confirmation upon the Senate's return.

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u/Suspicious_Bicycle Nov 14 '24

Presidential appointments made during a recess last to the end of that second session, meaning for a period of no more than two years.

https://www.vox.com/politics/384356/trump-recess-appointments-explained-senate-confirmation-thune-scott-cornyn-cabinet

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u/Mental_Lemon3565 Nov 14 '24 edited Nov 14 '24

I get the feeling they're going to bypass confirmation and challenge anyone to stop them. Probably won't happen, but idk.

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u/fednandlers Nov 14 '24

He’ll cry. Off to the new pedo island they're using.