Confirmation of President Trump's Cabinet
The U.S. Senate is moving quickly to confirm President Trump's entire Cabinet, with 12 Cabinet-level officials confirmed so far. Senate Majority Leader John Thune highlights the progress made despite Democrat delays and stalling. The remaining nominees are expected to be confirmed soon.
Key Points
- 12 Cabinet-level officials confirmed so far
- Senate Republicans working to ensure all of Trump's Cabinet picks are confirmed
- Remaining nominees expected to be confirmed soon
Pros
- Senate is confirming nominees at a faster pace compared to previous terms
- Major breakthroughs in confirming Cabinet-level officials
- Demonstrates Senate Republicans' commitment to honoring the mandate given to President Trump by voters
Cons
- Democrats have been resisting confirmation of nominees
- Delays and stalling tactics from Senate Democrats