President-elect Donald Trump stated any Republican lawmaker seeking a leadership position in the Senate must agree to allow him to bypass Senate confirmation votes for cabinet appointees.
In a social media post, Trump emphasized the urgency of filling positions, stating, 'We need positions filled IMMEDIATELY!' which reflects his approach towards swift appointments.
The Senate hasn’t allowed recess appointments since a 2014 Supreme Court ruling limited presidential power, indicating potential challenges to Trump’s request for bypassing Senate approval.
Trump now enters his second term with expectations of new Senate Republican leadership aligning with his cabinet choices, reflecting on past difficulties in Congress.
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