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Trump demands the Senate stop doing its job confirming judges before he takes office

President-elect accuses Democrats of ‘trying to stack the Courts with Radical Left Judges on their way out the door’

The Independent UK

Gaetz criticized GOP senators, now he would need their votes - Roll Call

If former Rep. Matt Gaetz wants to be the next attorney general, he will need the votes of Senate Republicans he has personally criticized.

Roll Call

Senate Threatens Sanctions Against ICC Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant

Sen. Thune warns ICC over arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu, U.S. history of opposing ICC actions. Threat of sanctions.

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Trump nominees will face friendlier Senate, with bigger majority - Roll Call

Republicans will have a likely 53-seat majority when they start the confirmation process in the next Congress, up one from 2017.

Roll Call

How Recess Appointments Could Clear the Way for Trump's Cabinet Picks to Take Office

Trump is moving quickly to fill his Cabinet positions, but as he picks polarizing names, he simultaneously pushes for unilateral recess appointments.

Latin Times

Canada's government is opening a research center for AI safety. The US should do the same.

AI is worth using as long as it's done the right way.

Android Central

Thune Pledges Full Support For President Trump's Agenda

Senator John Thune's strong support for President-elect Trump's agenda and his leadership succession in the Senate.

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The Math Does Not Favor Avoiding Senate Scrutiny of Trump's Bizarre Cabinet Picks

Several Republican senators have said they are not inclined to abdicate their "advice and consent" role in presidential appointments.

Reason

Trump Cabinet picks may dodge Senate

President-elect Donald Trump and his transition team think they can get their way by bypassing the Senate

Salon

What are recess appointments and can Trump confirm nominees that way?

The president-elect proposed an archaic method to install people such as RFK Jr and Matt Gaetz – here’s what to know

The Guardian - US

Senate Republicans Consider All Options For Trump's Cabinet Picks

Senate Majority Leader John Thune addresses concerns over Trump's Cabinet picks and confirmation process, emphasizing the importance of upholding the proce...

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Congress reacts to RFK Jr. nomination

The vaccine skeptic's nomination is uncertain, though some Senate Republicans lined up to praise him and Trump

Salon

Senate Republicans Consider Recess Appointments For Trump's Cabinet Nominees

Senate Majority Leader-elect John Thune discusses potential use of recess appointments for Trump's Cabinet nominees and emphasizes Senate cooperation.

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What is the confirmation process for Cabinet picks — and what are ‘recess appointments’?

Eric Garcia details how Trump has previously hinted at using a never-used constitutional power. Would it be enough to get Matt Gaetz or Pete Hegseth through?

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Ethics Committee report on Gaetz casts a huge shadow as Republican senators face the music

Analysis: GOP senators are having to come to terms with getting exactly what they bargained for

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Senate Republicans Withhold Support For Gaetz As Attorney General

Senate Republicans cautious about supporting Gaetz as attorney general, while Democrats call for release of ethics report. Potential clash between Trump an...

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Senate Minority Whip John Thune Outlines Republican Agenda Priorities

Senate Minority Whip John Thune to prioritize Trump's immigration agenda, revive tax cuts, enhance Senate transparency, and confirm nominees.

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Sen. John Thune Elected Senate Majority Leader By Republicans

Sen. John Thune wins Senate Republican leader position with support from President-elect Trump. Thune set to lead Senate Republicans in advancing Trump's a...

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Will Matt Gaetz pass the Senate nomination process? He may not need to

Matt Gaetz’s nomination as Trump’s attorney general is not guaranteed

The Guardian - AU

Trump health secretary choice is ‘courting catastrophe’, says rights group – as it happened

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US election updates: Cabinet picks, Biden meeting and winning the House cap busy day for Trump

Donald Trump wasted no time in assembling his top team, with picks like Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard causing consternation among friends and foes alike

The Independent UK

Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Trump’s party full control of Washington

GOP now holds White House and has a majority in House and US Senate

The Independent UK

Trump throws Senate into chaos with Gaetz and Gabbard nominations

Trump’s decision to nominate Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard is the ultimate dare

Salon

Rep. Nehls promises entire Trump agenda

The pro-Trump Texas representative promised complete loyalty to the goals of the president-elect's second term

Salon

Thune wins Senate GOP leadership fight

Thune, the current GOP whip, overcame his predecessor John Cornyn and a MAGA-backed challenge by Rick Scott

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