Staff Reports
Donald Trump continues to shatter records when it comes to getting his administration’s nominees confirmed, much to the chagrin of those who think government should move at a snail’s pace. Thanks to the Senate GOP and their handy-dandy 53-47 majority, Trump’s cabinet is growing faster than a politician’s campaign contributions just before an election.
In the sprint to complete his cabinet, Trump is on track to break all sorts of records that would make any prior president seethe with jealousy. The Senate has approved 18 of his 22 nominees with all the speed of a NASCAR pit crew, which is a stark contrast to the leisurely stroll offered up by the Biden administration.
Trump’s cabinet has been confirmed in record time. We voted for bold change, and thankfully now we will start getting just that. pic.twitter.com/BkB9BAeekd
— J Hans (@blackhawkce457) February 23, 2025
While Sleepy Joe Biden was fumbling around during his first weeks in office, managing to see only seven nominees confirmed in his first 36 days, Trump was busy getting nearly three times that number approved in the same timeframe. The results speak for themselves—Trump had 18 cabinet members confirmed at a record clip, while Biden barely managed that number after 57 long days. Obama, for all his early efforts, was similarly outpaced, proving yet again that the Trump show is in a league of its own.
Recent victories include the confirmation of former Senator Kelly Loeffler to head the Small Business Administration. It’s a nice little feather in Trump’s cap, demonstrating that Republicans aren’t just sitting pretty; they’re actively getting things done. Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso noted the urgency to confirm the nominees, stating that this is precisely what American voters expect. Those swing-state votes surely weren’t cast for more nap time in Washington.
The Republican Party held their ground, and the toughest battles seem to be behind them. The confirmation of Kash Patel as the new FBI Director symbolizes Trump’s resilience. Although some nominees, like Patel, were met with challenges—going toe-to-toe in a Senate split, and rising to the occasion with a 101st vote from Vice President J.D. Vance—Trump’s cohort now boasts all those controversial picks. So much for barriers that had everyone else singing the blues. The battles may have been tough, but ultimately, the GOP proved they can get things done when the rubber meets the road. It’s only smooth sailing from here on out for the rest of the nominees.
