Trump dares Senate Republicans with Gaetz nomination
Briefly

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) expressed her shock at Trump's nomination of Gaetz, emphasizing the importance of the advice and consent process in appointments and predicting many questions during the confirmation hearing.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) dismissed Gaetz as "not a serious candidate," reflecting skepticism among Republican senators regarding his viability for the AG position.
Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) acknowledged the considerable challenges Gaetz faces in seeking confirmation, indicating that significant efforts are needed on his part.
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) pragmatically noted the potential challenges quizzing, stating, "I'm all about counting votes" when assessing Gaetz's confirmation chances.
Read at Axios
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