Donald Trump has appointed special prosecutor John Durham to investigate errors in the Russia investigation, however, Congressman Matt Gaetz has expressed his dissatisfaction with Durham for not uncovering enough damaging information about the FBI's investigation. Gaetz has criticized officials he considers anti-Trump and condemned the bias in the investigation led by prosecutor Robert Mueller.
Gaetz's loyalty to Trump has been rewarded with the nomination as attorney general. This appointment highlights the importance Trump places on loyalty, especially during investigations like that of Russia. Gaetz and John Ratcliffe, recently appointed CIA director, are expected not only to protect the president but also to act as instruments of retaliation.
Gaetz has been tasked with the mission of eradicating corruption in the Department of Justice and returning it to its function of combating crime. Elon Musk, a Trump supporter, commented on Gaetz's appointment with expectations of justice. Gaetz has used his position in Congress to criticize the Department of Justice for what he considers a biased criminal justice system.
Gaetz's nomination has raised alarm among Democrats, and some Republican senators have also expressed concern. Trump has publicly valued Gaetz's role in exposing alleged government corruption and highlighted his importance in dismantling the Russia investigations.
If Gaetz is confirmed, he will oversee both the FBI and the ATF. Trump's rhetoric and Gaetz's selection reflect a radical shift from Joe Biden's policy of non-intervention in the Department of Justice. However, critics like Senator Dick Durbin have pointed out that using the Department of Justice for political vendettas would be harmful to democracy and the rule of law in the country.
