Republicans try to exploit New Orleans attack to push through Trump agenda
Briefly

Senate Republicans are leveraging the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans to expedite approval of Trump's controversial cabinet nominees, pushing for urgent national security measures.
Lindsey Graham claimed, 'Do them now, do them quick, get them all done,' emphasizing the need for swift action on cabinet nominations amidst a perceived national security threat.
The unfounded link between the New Orleans attack and border security was pushed by Trump and congressional Republicans, suggesting urgency in addressing what they termed a national security nightmare.
Mike Johnson pointed to the New Orleans attack as 'an obvious concern about terrorism,' indicating the need for immediate actions to secure the borders and combat potential threats.
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