Rather than face the humiliation of a rejection vote in the Senate, Cabinet nominees are more frequently withdrawn when it becomes clear they cannot be confirmed.
Here’s a look at the Cabinet confirmation process, why it exists, where it’s gone wrong and how Trump wants to find a way around it.
Presidents like Ronald Reagan, Clinton and both Bushes did use recess appointments, although usually for positions below the Cabinet level.
While Democrats can no longer filibuster Cabinet nominees, they can slow the process down.
Then, the Senate rejected Taney when Jackson put him forward for a Supreme Court nomination.
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