"There is a difference between having a broader ideological mix and choosing a [accused] sex trafficker for attorney general of the United States," said Marc Short, who served as Trump's legislative affairs director during his first term and as chief of staff for Vice President Mike Pence. This highlights the controversial choices among Trump's cabinet nominees that challenge established norms and moral standards within governmental appointments.
"Trump has demanded increasing levels of loyalty from lawmakers who serve in Congress, with few exceptions, they have gone along, refusing to convict him in two impeachment trials and... helping him win a second term in the White House," demonstrating the political leverage he maintains within the party despite serious legal allegations and historical scandals.
"Trump has said he expects the body to test a controversial tactic that would let him bypass the confirmation process." This statement emphasizes the potential erosion of traditional Senate power and norms in confirming presidential appointments, reflecting Trump's continued push for unorthodox methods in governance.
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