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What is the Cabinet? And how can appointments work?

Civics 101

CHAPTER

Navigating the Tension of Cabinet Appointments

This chapter explores the intricacies of presidential cabinet appointments, focusing on the tension between loyalty and agency mission. It examines historical cases from Nixon and Reagan's administrations to illustrate the challenges presidents face in managing their appointments amidst congressional pushback.

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