Bush's nomination of John Tower as Defense Secretary shocked many, but his extensive qualifications were overshadowed by allegations of personal misconduct and financial issues.
The Senate Armed Services Committee's approval of Tower was surprising, yet the full Senate's rejection marked a significant moment in presidential appointment history.
Compared to Trump’s recent nominations, Tower's scandalous past now seems minor, showcasing a significant shift in the standards for Cabinet nominations over time.
The process of advising and consenting on presidential nominations, once intricate and politically charged, appears to have devolved into a trend of haphazard selections.
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