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Trump is already testing Republicans, and some seem unwilling to defy him

The president-elect is testing the loyalty of Republican in Congress, leaving even his close allies nervous about the unpredictability and upheaval to come.

MSNBC · 1d

Trump risks humiliation by testing Senate Republican loyalty with absurd picks

The first test of Donald Trump's effort to seize power over the federal government will be whether Senate Republicans bend to his will and rubber stamp his appointees no matter how unqualified they are.

Hosted on MSN · 23h

Small-state Republicans 'rally around their own' as Trump prepares loyalty test: analysis

Donald Trump has already queued up an uncomfortable loyalty test for Senate Republicans with a long string of controversial nominees even they would struggle to support, like Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) for attorney general — and it remains to be seen whether there will be any serious resistance.

The Washington Post on MSN · 10h

Trump tests loyalty of Republican allies with wild opening salvoes

The president-elect is testing the loyalty of Republican in Congress, leaving even his close allies nervous about the unpredictability and upheaval to come.

Elon Musk, Donald Trump

Opinion

Vanity Fair · 29m

Elon Musk Has Outfoxed Rupert Murdoch in Trump’s Orbit

The bombastic X owner, backed by an army of online followers, has emerged as the right-wing tycoon with the president-elect’s ear.

Bloomberg L.P. · 23h

What Elon Musk Wants From Donald Trump

By helping bankroll Donald Trump’s campaign, Elon Musk has gained unprecedented power. His new role as the arbiter of government efficiency opens up glaring conflicts of interest, allowing him to potentially reap huge rewards for his companies while disrupting industries and sidelining rivals.

Yahoo · 39m

Elon Musk Is Annoying Everyone on Trump’s Team

Elon Musk is starting to seriously annoy some in Donald Trump’s inner circle. Musk has been hanging around Mar-a-Lago ever since his million-dollar gamble to help Trump win the presidential election paid off last week.

Trump, Matt Gaetz

U.S. News & World Report · 2d

Trump Taps Firebrand Congressman Matt Gaetz for Attorney General

Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) speaks on Day 3 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., July 17, 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo By Andrew Goudsward and Sarah N.

The Financial Times · 2d

Donald Trump taps loyalists Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard for key roles

President-elect sends shockwaves through Washington with selections for attorney-general and intelligence director

Newsweek on MSN · 23h

Matt Gaetz Could Be 'Embarrassment' to Donald Trump, Texas Republican Says

Republican Sen. John Cornyn is calling for more information on Gaetz, saying it could help "protect the president."

Who has Donald Trump picked for his Cabinet, officials? What to know about RFK

In the last week since winning the election, Trump has already named some of the positions, including the 'border czar' and ...

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Trump will have a GOP Senate and House as president — what unified government means for his Cabinet and agenda

Even with unified GOP control of government, Trump's agenda and some of his more controversial nominees may run into some ...

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Utah Sens. Mike Lee, Mitt Romney and Sen.-elect John Curtis comment on approving Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks

Utah Sen. Mike Lee, who was widely considered a top pick for AG, told the Deseret News in a statement that Trump’s Cabinet ...

What Trump Can (And Probably Can’t) Do With His Trifecta

Donald Trump will begin his second term as president the same way he began his first—with Republicans controlling both the ...

Santa Rosa Press Democrat4h

Why many Latino voters in California chose Donald Trump

In part due to economic and border security concerns, Latinos in California appear to have moved toward Donald Trump. But ...

13h

Sylvester Stallone Embraces Donald Trump, Hails Him as 'Mythical Character'

On November 6, Trump defeated his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, to win another term in the White House.

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Trump 'challenging' Republican senators with controversial Cabinet picks: ANALYSIS

Donald Trump was elected with a mandate last week. He's now using it to challenge Republican senators to confirm his Cabinet ...

2don MSN

Republican sweep gives Trump power to slash taxes, may strain deficits

Republicans' lock on power in Washington next year will allow President-elect Donald Trump to pursue an aggressive agenda of ...

2hon MSN

Idaho Attorney General Labrador goes to Mar-a-Lago for President-elect Donald Trump

Raúl Labrador was an Idaho presence at a gala stacked with Republican stars likely to staff the incoming administration.

Meet Lara Trump, Donald Trump's daughter-in-law and RNC chair who's been floated for a Senate seat

Some Trump loyalists have voiced support for Lara Trump to fill Marco Rubio's Senate seat after Trump nominated him for ...

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Donald Trump Is Set to Make MAGA America's Defining Political Movement | Opinion

When one considers Donald Trump's Cabinet selections announced thus far, there are a few themes that emerge. One discernible ...

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