Johnson Considers Recess Appointments Amidst Political Shakeup

House Speaker Mike Johnson has not ruled out the use of recess appointments to expedite the confirmation of President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees, a move that would bypass the Senate's traditional advice-and-consent role. This comes amid a partisan atmosphere in Washington, with Trump demanding Senate cooperation to ensure timely confirmations. While some Republican leaders, like Sen. John Thune, are open to the idea, others warn it could undermine constitutional checks and balances. The strategy reflects Trump's aggressive approach to staffing his administration.