Staff Reports
In a remarkable turn of events, President Donald Trump is not just reclaiming his position but is also scoring victory after victory in his efforts to shape his administration. After a rocky start, including a brief hiccup with Matt Gaetz’s nomination for Attorney General, it seems Trump’s nominees are powering through Senate confirmation at unprecedented speed, all while the Democrats sputter in theatrical opposition.
The momentum continued this week with significant wins for Trump’s picks, even as they faced resistance from their former party. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard both received the green light, defying predictions of imminent chaos. Who knew that ex-Democrats had a better shot at meaningful policy than their own party members?
After initial blip, Trump nominees have unbroken winning streak despite Democrat resistance https://t.co/oZXdLdQzgz
— John Solomon (@jsolomonReports) February 14, 2025
Kash Patel, the next contender for FBI Director, also brushed aside obstacles as his nomination passed through committee. Meanwhile, Commerce Secretary hopeful Howard Lutnick enjoyed a successful Senate vote, 52 to 45, making it clear that Trump’s selections can make it through the gauntlet of Senate scrutiny relatively unscathed. It’s almost like the critics want to replace baseball as America’s pastime with whining and tears.
Interestingly enough, Education Secretary nominee Linda McMahon used her confirmation hearing to promote the radical idea of abolishing the Education Department altogether. Imagine that—returning the responsibility of education back to the states could disrupt decades of federal overreach. The audacity!
The winning streak began with Florida Senator Marco Rubio, who walloped the competition with a unanimous 99 to 0 vote to become Secretary of State. This trend of bipartisan approval continued with Scott Bessent for Secretary of the Treasury, Doug Bergum for Secretary of the Interior, and several other nominees who secured solid confirmations. It’s as if the Democrats shot themselves in the foot by aiming at the wrong targets—Kennedy, Gabbard, Patel, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth got the most pressure, but Trump’s team is emerging stronger with every confrontation.
Take Hegseth as an example. He faced a barrage of accusations, including alleged misconduct and financial mismanagement from his nonprofit days. However, despite the drama, he managed to slide past scrutiny with a narrow confirmation vote of 51 to 50, thanks to a timely tie-breaking vote from Vice President Mike Pence.
And then there was Kennedy, who faced inquiries reminiscent of a circus performance led by Senator Bernie Sanders showcasing bizarre anti-vaccine onesies aimed at Kennedy. Despite the farce, he emerged victorious, proving that, like a true champion, he could endure even the silliest of tactics employed by Senate foes.
It appears that Trump is on a clear path to fill his cabinet with capable individuals committed to his vision, all while the Democrats throw tantrums that are more entertaining than effective. This winning streak is a testament to his administration’s tenacity, and it leaves one to wonder just how far Trump’s team can soar above the fray as the 2025 political landscape evolves.
