These senators pose a threat to Trump’s Cabinet members getting confirmed

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President-elect Donald Trump is facing a tough battle getting his Cabinet picks approved, with the primary obstacle being four Republican senators.

With his election victory on Nov. 5, Trump has largely solidified his hold over the Republican Party. However, some Republicans in the Senate have remained stubborn, signaling they may not support Trump’s Cabinet picks, particularly former Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general and Pete Hegseth for defense secretary.

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