Trump's Controversial Cabinet Picks Challenge Senate Approval
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Senate Republican leader-in-waiting John Thune faces a loyalty test as he navigates the confirmation of Donald Trump's controversial Cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz for attorney general, Pete Hegseth for secretary of Defense, Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services secretary. Thune is balancing deference to Trump with concerns from GOP senators, particularly regarding Gaetz's past allegations. The situation is reminiscent of past confirmation challenges and highlights the complexities of aligning the Republican conference.
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