Former President Donald Trump, now the president-elect, is picking from his most loyal supporters as he builds his team for the White House and beyond.

President-elect Donald Trump chose Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to serve as his attorney general on Wednesday, bypassing more experienced options in favor of a loyalist who has built a national reputation as a disruptor and whom Trump has tasked with dramatically overhauling the Justice Department.

It’s been a week since the 2024 election, and the administration of President-elect Donald Trump is taking shape. Trump has already named several people who will play key roles, including secretary of state (Sen.