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How and why the US Senate could thwart Trump's cabinet picks - Metro Philadelphia

The Senate confirmation process has become increasingly partisan and contentious, impacting nominees' chances and the overall administration agenda.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general amidst concerns that his confirmation was distracting from the Trump administration's focus.

How and why the US Senate could thwart Trump's cabinet picks - Metro Philadelphia

The Senate confirmation process has become increasingly partisan and contentious, impacting nominees' chances and the overall administration agenda.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration

Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general amidst concerns that his confirmation was distracting from the Trump administration's focus.
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House Ethics Committee is deadlocked on whether to release Gaetz report

The House Ethics Committee is split, delaying the release of a report on Matt Gaetz amid serious allegations.

Trump picks loyalist Matt Gaetz of Florida as US attorney general

Gaetz's nomination as attorney general signals a shift towards an agenda targeting perceived biases in the Justice Department.

Senate Republicans concerned with Gaetz nomination ask to access House ethics probe

Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general is at risk as Senate Republicans demand access to an ethics probe into his alleged misconduct.

CNN Airs Montage of Republican Senators Dodging Questions About Gaetz Nomination: Happy Thanksgiving'

Republican senators show hesitance and concern about Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general, signaling challenges ahead for confirmation.

Trump's withdrawn nominees latest in a long line of Cabinet members who never were

Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for Attorney General due to concerns about becoming a distraction during the confirmation process.

Matt Gaetz, Trump's attorney general pick, and the FTC's Lina Khan share some surprising views on Big Tech

Donald Trump's selection of Matt Gaetz as attorney general has ignited controversy, raising serious questions about his confirmation amidst multiple personal and professional scandals.

House Ethics Committee is deadlocked on whether to release Gaetz report

The House Ethics Committee is split, delaying the release of a report on Matt Gaetz amid serious allegations.

Trump picks loyalist Matt Gaetz of Florida as US attorney general

Gaetz's nomination as attorney general signals a shift towards an agenda targeting perceived biases in the Justice Department.

Senate Republicans concerned with Gaetz nomination ask to access House ethics probe

Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general is at risk as Senate Republicans demand access to an ethics probe into his alleged misconduct.

CNN Airs Montage of Republican Senators Dodging Questions About Gaetz Nomination: Happy Thanksgiving'

Republican senators show hesitance and concern about Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general, signaling challenges ahead for confirmation.

Trump's withdrawn nominees latest in a long line of Cabinet members who never were

Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for Attorney General due to concerns about becoming a distraction during the confirmation process.

Matt Gaetz, Trump's attorney general pick, and the FTC's Lina Khan share some surprising views on Big Tech

Donald Trump's selection of Matt Gaetz as attorney general has ignited controversy, raising serious questions about his confirmation amidst multiple personal and professional scandals.
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Pete Hegseth Tells Megyn Kelly Trump Is Still Supportive Despite Smears from Media Hyenas': I Don't Owe Them Answers'

Pete Hegseth claims support from Trump amidst media-related controversies and aims for an honest confirmation process as Secretary of Defense.

The Rules Didn't Apply To Him': Fox News Staffers Reportedly Smelled Alcohol on Pete Hegseth As Recently as Last Month'

Concerns about Pete Hegseth's alleged alcohol use could complicate his confirmation as Secretary of Defense.

Pete Hegseth Tells Megyn Kelly Trump Is Still Supportive Despite Smears from Media Hyenas': I Don't Owe Them Answers'

Pete Hegseth claims support from Trump amidst media-related controversies and aims for an honest confirmation process as Secretary of Defense.

The Rules Didn't Apply To Him': Fox News Staffers Reportedly Smelled Alcohol on Pete Hegseth As Recently as Last Month'

Concerns about Pete Hegseth's alleged alcohol use could complicate his confirmation as Secretary of Defense.
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Pete Hegseth's Mother Defends Embattled Son On Fox & Friends Blames Despicable' Media For Troubles

Penelope Hegseth supports her son Pete Hegseth amid troubling allegations, citing his growth and asking for an honest evaluation of his past actions.
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JD Vance Courts Senators With Gaetz and Hegseth, Two Controversial Cabinet Picks

JD Vance is tasked with shepherding Trump's controversial cabinet nominations amidst serious allegations of misconduct.

Conservative Legal Insider Reports Trump Has Bonkers Plan' to Confirm Unpopular Cabinet Picks

Trump has nominated controversial figures for his administration, raising concerns about their confirmation processes.

Matt Gaetz Just Withdrew From Attorney General Nomination Amid A Sex Scandal

Gaetz withdraws from consideration for Attorney General to avoid distractions and ensure a smooth transition for Trump's DOJ.

JD Vance Courts Senators With Gaetz and Hegseth, Two Controversial Cabinet Picks

JD Vance is tasked with shepherding Trump's controversial cabinet nominations amidst serious allegations of misconduct.

Conservative Legal Insider Reports Trump Has Bonkers Plan' to Confirm Unpopular Cabinet Picks

Trump has nominated controversial figures for his administration, raising concerns about their confirmation processes.

Matt Gaetz Just Withdrew From Attorney General Nomination Amid A Sex Scandal

Gaetz withdraws from consideration for Attorney General to avoid distractions and ensure a smooth transition for Trump's DOJ.
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Johnson doesn't rule out use of recess appointments

The president-elect insists that leadership roles within the Senate require commitments to recess appointments for timely confirmations.

Opinion | Chuck Hagel: The Risk of Dragging Politics into the Military

The U.S. military's effectiveness relies on its apolitical professionalism and the risks posed by politicization under the current administration.
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Should SCOTUS have binding ethics rules? Ketanji Brown Jackson doesn't see why not

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson emphasizes the importance of ethics and the Supreme Court's responsibility to maintain credibility amidst public skepticism.

An Apology to Harriet Miers

Samuel Alito is characterized as the most partisan justice on the Supreme Court, known for his rejection of democratic majorities in his written opinions.

Sonia Sotomayor Should Retire Now

Republicans delayed liberal SCOTUS appointments in the past.
Confirmation process for new SCOTUS justice will be smooth.

Should SCOTUS have binding ethics rules? Ketanji Brown Jackson doesn't see why not

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson emphasizes the importance of ethics and the Supreme Court's responsibility to maintain credibility amidst public skepticism.

An Apology to Harriet Miers

Samuel Alito is characterized as the most partisan justice on the Supreme Court, known for his rejection of democratic majorities in his written opinions.

Sonia Sotomayor Should Retire Now

Republicans delayed liberal SCOTUS appointments in the past.
Confirmation process for new SCOTUS justice will be smooth.
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NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

City Council Speaker pushing for expanded oversight of mayoral appointments.

Democrats are trying again to confirm Julie Su to Joe Biden's cabinet. What are her chances?

Julie Su's nomination as U.S. Secretary of Labor was approved on party lines, but her confirmation remains uncertain.
Senate Democrats supported Su citing her pro-worker track record, while Republicans criticized the approval process.
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