How does Senate confirmation process work? What to know as Trump makes Cabinet picks
Briefly

"The U.S. Constitution stipulates that the Senate must approve of a number of presidential appointments, including ambassadors and Supreme Court justices."
"The Senate, according to longstanding practice, begins a nominee's confirmation process by holding a hearing. The hearing is held in the committee that has jurisdiction over the department to which the nominee has been nominated."
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