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Trump Warns Senate Republicans Against Fast-Tracking Biden's 233 Judicial Nominees, Citing His Mandate and January Swearing-In

Dec 18, 2024, 11:47 PM

President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Senate Republicans, urging them not to make any deals with Democrats to fast-track President Joe Biden's judicial nominees at the end of the current Congress. Trump emphasized his significant mandate, stating he won the biggest mandate in 129 years, and plans to appoint 'Very Qualified People' to his administration once he is sworn in January. This directive comes as the Senate has already confirmed 233 of Biden's judicial nominees, matching the number confirmed during Trump's first term. Trump's warning is aimed at preventing any last-minute deals that could affect his incoming administration's nominations. Among Trump's nominees are Herschel Walker for U.S. ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, Nicole McGraw for U.S. ambassador to Croatia, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for secretary of Health and Human Services. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and GOP leader Mitch McConnell have been key figures in the recent judicial confirmation process.