Trump Proposes Recess Appointments to Bypass Senate

President-elect Donald Trump is facing scrutiny over his Cabinet nominations, particularly the controversial choice of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General amid allegations of past misconduct. The Senate has historically been reluctant to reject nominees, but Gaetz's past federal investigation raises questions about his confirmation prospects. Trump is also pursuing recess appointments to bypass the Senate's advice and consent role entirely, a strategy that would allow him to fill key positions without confirmation votes. This approach is contingent on the cooperation of new Senate Republican leader John Thune, who has agreed to support Trump's tactic. Meanwhile, bipartisan efforts in the Senate to provide disaster relief have been stalled by opposition from Senator Rand Paul, highlighting the ongoing partisan tensions. As Trump pushes for these appointments, critics emphasize the importance of the Senate confirmation process for candidate vetting in light of national security concerns.