Senate GOP Challenges Trump's Controversial Cabinet Picks
Senate Republicans are divided over President-elect Donald Trump's push for recess appointments to bypass confirmation hearings for controversial Cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard. Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces pressure to comply with Trump's demands, which would allow appointees to serve without Senate approval until 2026. While some GOP members, like Sen. Rick Scott, support the move, others, including Thune, express concerns about undermining Senate oversight and checks and balances.