Trump’s demand for recess appointments faces headwinds following controversial Cabinet picks

Published November 14, 2024 8:14pm ET



Senate Republicans are skeptical about fulfilling Donald Trump’s request that the upper chamber allow for recess appointments to sidestep the confirmation process.

Trump, who has made a series of controversial Cabinet nominations this week, called for Republicans to select a majority leader who would allow him to make temporary appointments while the Senate is in recess so Democrats are unable to slow down the confirmation process.

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