#senate-confirmation

#senate-confirmation

The federal public defender's office in Los Angeles filed a motion Friday to disqualify acting U.S. Atty. Bill Essayli, arguing that President Trump's pick to serve as the top federal prosecutor in Southern California is unlawfully occupying his post.

You know, they're trying to look at this as they all need to get along to go along. But they're not looking at what this does. The president was rightfully voted in by a majority of Americans, and he is entitled to pick his U.S. Attorneys, his Department of Justice officials, his judges, so that we can continue the agenda that the American public voted for which is to get rid of crime.

Recess appointments allow Trump to expedite the appointment of numerous nominees without the traditional Senate confirmation process, enabling more efficient governance aligned with voters' choices.

In a floor speech ahead of Thursday's vote, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) said that Long is 'knee-deep in tax scams, corruption, and cover-ups' that should disqualify him from leading the IRS.

If I'm confirmed, before DOGE is able to access anything with regard to personnel and personal protected information, there will be some kind of contract that prevents them from doing certain things.

Hegseth weathered Senate confirmation challenges but is now facing potential dismissal as reports suggest the White House may be seeking his replacement.