Epic failures and sneaky loopholes in the Senate’s Cabinet confirmation process
For all the drama generated every four years by Cabinet appointments, defeat of a nominee by a vote in the Senate is ...
The Social Security Fairness Act is now in the hands of the Senate. Here's what could happen next.
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time ...
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Dems worry whether top Senate member has 'fire' to fight Trump: report
President-elect Donald Trump’s hope for smooth confirmation processes for judges and appointments in his new administration ...
Mike Lee, John Curtis congratulate new Senate Majority Leader John Thune
Senate Republicans elected Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., to the chamber’s top leadership position on Wednesday in a secret ballot ...
Thune: Democrat cooperation needed to avoid recess appointments for Trump Cabinet members
"I'm willing to grind through it and do it the old-fashioned way," Thune told reporters regarding confirmation hearings for ...
California Senate leader calls union ‘morally bankrupt’ for opposing Fullerton’s Josh Newman
In a remarkable situation, Democrats have harsh words against a union for attacking the Democratic senator in a close race.
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No, a president cannot unilaterally appoint most Cabinet members
President-elect Donald Trump is set to begin his second term in the White House in January after winning the 2024 general ...
Here Are the New Members of Trump’s Administration So Far
A list of the staffing announcements, appointments, and nominations Donald Trump has made so far for his second term.