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Trump Warns GOP Senators of Primary Challenges Over Opposition to Hegseth, Gabbard, and Kennedy

Dec 16, 2024, 05:07 PM

President-elect Donald Trump has warned Republican senators that they could face primary challenges if they oppose his Cabinet nominees for what he considers 'unreasonable' or 'stupid' reasons. During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump stated that senators opposing his picks for political or irrational reasons would likely be primaried, although he left room for senators to vote against nominees for valid reasons. This statement comes amidst concerns from some senators about controversial nominees like Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary, Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretary. Trump's comments signal his readiness to influence Senate elections to ensure his nominees are confirmed.