Concerns Rise Over Trump's Lax Vetting of Nominees

President-elect Donald Trump has not yet authorized FBI background checks for his nominees, relying instead on internal vetting and external law firms. While FBI checks are customary for identifying potential issues with nominees, they are not legally required. Trump's decision to delay these checks until after taking office raises concerns about the thoroughness of the vetting process, especially for high-level national security positions. Senate committees may conduct their own investigations, and media scrutiny could also reveal potential red flags.