President Donald Trump is urging Senate Republicans to cancel their traditional August recess in order to expedite the confirmation of his nominees, many of whom remain stalled in the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has signaled he is open to the idea, warning senators to be prepared for possible votes during the first weekend of August. Some GOP senators, including Cynthia Lummis, have publicly supported staying in session to advance Trump's agenda and address the backlog of over 130 pending nominees. The push comes as Trump seeks to capitalize on his recent legislative wins and maintain momentum in his second term.
The decision pits Trump's demands against senators' desire for a summer break, creating tension within the Republican caucus.
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