Robert Byrd, the longtime Democratic senator from West Virginia, emphasized that the Roman Senate deliberately bestowed power upon Caesar, reflecting on how this parallels modern Senate dynamics.
With a slim Republican majority, it will only take four GOP senators to resist Trump's nominations, highlighting the potential for a significant constitutional standoff in the upcoming hearings.
Two pivotal battles loom: one concerning Pete Hegseth's nomination amidst serious allegations, and another if Trump circumvents the Senate confirmation process through recess appointments.
The emergence of a few Republican senators dedicated to maintaining the integrity of the Senate's constitutional duties is not only possible but necessary in the face of executive overreach.
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