The Daily Signal Senate Passes 48 Trump Nominations at Once, Accusations of Kimmel FCC Interference | Sept. 19, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
The Senate swiftly confirms 48 nominations, breaking through political gridlock. Meanwhile, a House vote to censure Ilhan Omar falls flat. Accusations swirl around Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, hinting at possible federal interference, though details remain murky. The landscape of political maneuvering and media scrutiny adds an intriguing layer to these developments.
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Senate Rule Change Accelerated Confirmations
- The Senate changed rules to confirm 48 nominations at once to overcome obstruction.
- This lets the majority fill administration posts faster, restoring a confirmation pace closer to past presidencies.
Political Framing And Consequences
- Chuck Schumer framed the change as "historically bad" and warned Republicans may regret it.
- John Thune stated Republicans will continue confirming nominees to fill the administration quickly.
Failed Censure Over Charlie Kirk Remarks
- Representative Nancy Mace filed a censure measure against Ilhan Omar for remarks about Charlie Kirk after his assassination.
- The censure failed when several Republicans voted to table the measure, and a deal involving Representative Corey Mills emerged in reporting.