Trump Faces Senate Test in Second Term
Briefly

President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Cabinet nominees reflects a strategic departure from the status quo, emphasizing his desire for a dramatically different administration that prioritizes allegiance over experience.
While the Senate has constitutional powers to influence Trump’s administration, it might struggle to balance its responsibilities against the necessity of aligning with the success of Trump’s second term for their own political futures.
Trump’s insistence on a no-guardrails team shows his commitment to prioritizing loyalty and media presence in his cabinet selections, raising concerns about the implications for governance.
The current political landscape reveals tensions within the Republican Party as they must navigate their support for Trump’s nominees while managing their electoral strategies in state-level races.
Read at The American Conservative
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