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Trump Pressures GOP Senate Candidates for Majority Leader to Bypass Confirmation Process on Cabinet Appointments

Nov 11, 2024, 10:27 PM

President-elect Donald Trump is exerting pressure on Republican senators vying for the majority leader position to expedite his Cabinet appointments. In a recent social media statement, Trump indicated that candidates must agree to allow him to bypass the traditional confirmation process for certain appointments. This demand has sparked debate among Senate Republicans, with some editorial voices urging the party not to capitulate to Trump's demands. The ongoing situation has significant implications for the Senate Republican leadership race, as Trump's influence continues to reshape the dynamics within the party.