WATCH: Trump Has A Message For Senate Republicans: Back My Nominees, Or Else...

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By Alan Hume | Tuesday, 17 December 2024 05:15 AM
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President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Senate Republicans who may harbor doubts about his federal and Cabinet nominations.

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In the wake of his electoral triumph in November, Trump has been swift in announcing his nominees, some of whom have faced resistance from senators. Trump has cautioned these senators, suggesting that their opposition could lead to them being "primaried."

According to The Blaze, Trump's nominees have been making steady progress, despite the Republicans' slim majority in the upcoming Congress, which could present a challenge. "If they're unreasonable, if they are opposing somebody for political reasons or stupid reasons, I would say, and it has nothing to do with me, I would say they probably would be primaried," Trump stated at a press conference. He added, "But if they're reasonable, fair, and really disagree with something or somebody, I could see that happening."

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Trump's confidence in his nominees is evident. "I think we have great people. I think we have a great group of people," he said. One of the nominees who has garnered significant attention is former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, who was initially nominated for attorney general. Gaetz, a staunch Trump ally, dominated headlines during his two-week candidacy. However, he faced opposition from Republican senators and eventually withdrew his nomination, citing his role as an unnecessary "distraction" for the Trump transition team.

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Following Gaetz's withdrawal, Trump nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, who he claims has received overwhelming support from Senate Republicans. "Pam has been unbelievably received," Trump said of his attorney general nominee.

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Trump's nominee for the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, also faced scrutiny during his meetings with senators. Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa was particularly vocal in her opposition to Hegseth's nomination. However, after a pressure campaign from Trump's allies and a second meeting with Hegseth, Ernst publicly endorsed his nomination. "I think Pete Hegseth is making tremendous strides over the last week," Trump commented.

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The upcoming Congress could pose a challenge for Trump's nominees due to the Republicans' narrow majority. The GOP holds 53 seats, having flipped Senate seats in West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Montana. Senate confirmations require a simple majority, meaning each nominee can afford to lose only three Republican votes, assuming Vice President-elect JD Vance steps in as a potential tiebreaker.

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Trump's stern warning to Senate Republicans underscores his determination to have his nominees confirmed. His confidence in his chosen candidates, coupled with his readiness to confront opposition, signals his commitment to shaping a Cabinet that aligns with his vision for the nation.

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