The Fox News Rundown From Washington: Will All Trump Cabinet Nominees Survive Confirmation?
Jan 19, 2025
Chad Pergram, a FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, shares insights into the impending Senate confirmation challenges facing President-elect Trump's cabinet picks. Alongside him, political analyst Josh Kraushaar discusses the broader implications of the transition and the legacy of President Biden. They dive into nominations like Marco Rubio and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., outlining the political dynamics at play. The discussion also covers what to expect from the Trump administration's priorities post-inauguration and potential bipartisan opportunities amid a divided Congress.
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Senator Confirmation Bias
- Senators often favor confirming fellow senators due to familiarity and credibility.
- This is especially true for less controversial positions like Secretary of State.
Strategic Bipartisanship
- Democrats might vote for some non-controversial nominees to appear bipartisan.
- This strategy allows them to criticize other picks without seeming purely obstructive.
Confirmation Timeline
- The Senate confirmation process can be lengthy, even for uncontroversial nominees.
- The 2021 Biden confirmations took until March 22 to complete, highlighting potential delays.