Democrats could actually do a lot in the months before Donald Trump takes office to impose guardrails against the next four ...

The Florida sheriff is the latest of the president-elect’s appointments to back away from a top position in the new administration.

Senate Republicans say they are open to supporting the president-elect's decisions. But they also want to see precedent ...

Trump’s intent to nominate loyalists to fill key Cabinet posts has set up a possible confrontation with the Senate.

As Congress enters recess, the president's ability to appoint ambassadors and other positions in the government has a long ...

Some Republican senators say they're ready to fight for their role to advise and consent on President-elect Donald Trump's ...

Trump’s intent to nominate loyalists to fill key Cabinet posts has set up a possible confrontation with the Senate.

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is urging incoming GOP Leader John Thune to move President-elect Donald Trump's nominees through the traditional confirmation process.

Donald Trump’s plan to nominate Kash Patel as FBI director sets the stage for a fresh round of turbulence at a law ...

President-elect Donald Trump has said he may use temporary recess appointments to bypass the Senate confirmation process for ...