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McConnell Blocks Trump's Cabinet Picks with No Recess Appointments

Nov 18, 2024, 01:12 AM

Senator Mitch McConnell has announced that there will be no recess appointments for President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks, sending a clear message to Trump. This decision effectively blocks the approval of Trump's cabinet positions. McConnell, who will soon retire from his leadership role, emphasized the Senate's constitutional role in advising and consenting to presidential appointments, signaling a firm stance against ceding this power to administrative maneuvers.