GOP Speaker Mike Johnson defends Trump's controversial Cabinet picks despite sexual misconduct allegations.

CNN's Jake Tapper challenged Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson on supporting President-elect Donald Trump's controversial Cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz, who faces sexual misconduct allegations. Tapper questioned the alignment with Johnson's Christian values. Johnson defended the picks as necessary disruptors and emphasized the Senate's role in approving them. He also noted the House Ethics Committee's jurisdiction limits and the complexity of releasing investigation reports.

November 17, 2024
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