Trump's Cabinet Picks Break Records and Norms

President-elect Donald Trump has rapidly announced his Cabinet nominations, setting a modern record by making 12 picks in 12 days, which is faster than his previous administration or President Biden's. His selections include controversial figures such as Matt Gaetz for Attorney General and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services, sparking mixed reactions and expected scrutiny in Senate confirmations. Trump's approach bypasses traditional FBI background checks in favor of private vetting, raising concerns about the thoroughness of the process. Some choices, like Sen. Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, have received bipartisan support, while others are polarizing and could affect Senate candidates in swing states. Trump's strategy tests the Senate's compliance and challenges political norms, risking backlash from moderate voters and his base. The nominations have been satirized in popular culture, including a 'Saturday Night Live' episode mocking the chaotic nature of the selections.