The Senate confirmations for Donald Trump’s cabinet nominations are ongoing, with most positions requiring a majority vote of senators for approval. With Republicans holding a 53-seat majority, Trump’s nominees can only afford to lose three Republican senators if all Democrats are opposed. Some nominees who have been confirmed include secretary of state Marco Rubio, CIA director John Ratcliffe, and defense secretary Pete Hegseth. Hegseth required a tie-breaking vote from JD Vance due to allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior towards women. Russell Vought, controversially confirmed as head of the Office of Management and Budget, was involved in Project 2025, a conservative plan for Trump’s second term. Chris Wright, an oil and gas industry executive, was confirmed as energy secretary, facing criticism for downplaying the link between climate change and wildfires. Former congressman Lee Zeldin, confirmed as EPA administrator, contradicted himself on climate change beliefs. Pam Bondi, confirmed as attorney general, failed to acknowledge Trump’s loss in the 2020 election during her hearing. Scott Bessent, confirmed as treasury secretary, is known for supporting Trump’s tariffs. Other confirmations include Scott Turner as housing secretary, Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary, Doug Burgum as interior secretary, and Doug Collins as veterans affairs secretary. Each nominee brings different perspectives and controversies to their roles within Trump’s cabinet.
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