Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called for bipartisan cooperation on President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees while pressing for adherence to traditional Senate vetting procedures.
In a letter to incoming Republican Majority Leader John Thune, Schumer emphasized the Senate’s constitutional duty to review nominees thoroughly, resisting Trump’s threats to bypass these steps with recess appointments or private background checks.
While pledging to work with Republicans, Schumer’s letter stopped short of committing Democratic support for any nominees. High-profile picks like Kash Patel for FBI director have already drawn criticism, raising concerns about the potential abandonment of the Senate’s role in checks and balances.
Schumer warned against eroding institutional oversight, urging the Senate to uphold its legacy of rigorous confirmation processes.
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