The Memo: Gaetz and Hegseth controversies could trickle down to Trump

Allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct are complicating the paths of two of President-elect Trump’s most important nominees.

In the process, they threaten to put a new spotlight on Trump’s record with women.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) left Congress upon being nominated by Trump to serve as attorney general last week. His resignation ended an investigation into him by the House Ethics Committee, which was looking into sexual allegations, among others. That panel has no jurisdiction once a member leaves office.