💨 Abstract

Senate Republicans are considering changing rules to speed up President Donald Trump’s executive branch nominees' confirmations, clashing with Democrats who delay votes due to Trump’s extreme picks. Democracy actor John Thune suggests rule changes if Democrats continue obstruction. Both parties historically used stalling tactics but Democrats currently block all unanimous consent votes. Senator Thune and Judiciary Committee Chairman Grassley face pressure from Trump, who criticizes blue slip processes for judicial nominees.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff