Trump Urges GOP Senators for Recess Appointments

President-elect Donald Trump is urging Republican senators vying for the majority leader position to agree to allow him to make recess appointments for key cabinet positions without Senate confirmation. He argues that the traditional confirmation process is too slow, referencing delays he faced during his first term. Trump's demand comes as he prepares to lead with a Republican majority in the Senate, and all three candidates for leadership have expressed support for his proposal. The use of recess appointments would enable Trump to fill positions while circumventing the Senate's approval, a tactic that has been rare since a 2014 Supreme Court ruling limited such powers. Critics warn that this approach undermines the checks and balances established by the Constitution. Trump's call for action against lame-duck judicial appointments by Democrats further emphasizes his intent to consolidate power quickly.