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Trump Demands Senate GOP Leader Candidates, Including Rick Scott, Support Recess Appointments

Nov 10, 2024, 09:40 PM

President-elect Donald Trump has made a significant demand for any Republican Senator seeking the leadership position in the United States Senate. Trump insists that candidates must agree to support recess appointments, which would allow his administration to fill key positions quickly. Trump emphasized that without this agreement, it could take years to confirm his appointees. This demand is seen as a strategic move to ensure his administration can function effectively from the outset. Rick Scott, a potential contender for the Senate GOP leadership, is expected to support this requirement.