Trump plans to use recess appointments for Cabinet nominees including Gaetz and RFK Jr

forbes.com

President-elect Donald Trump plans to use "recess appointments" to confirm his Cabinet nominees, including controversial figures like Matt Gaetz and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This method could bypass the Senate confirmation process but faces significant challenges. To implement recess appointments, both the House and Senate must agree to adjourn for more than 10 days. While Republican leaders may support this, Democrats could delay the process with amendments, making it difficult to secure the necessary votes. Trump could also attempt to force Congress to adjourn, a move that has drawn criticism and could lead to a constitutional crisis. This approach contrasts with Republican opposition to similar actions during President Obama's term.


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