Senate Faces Weekend Sessions to Confirm Trump Cabinet Nominees

Democratic procedural delays and Republican resolve set the stage for extended Senate debates over key nominees, including Pete Hegseth and John Ratcliffe.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune has vowed to keep the Senate in session through nights and weekends to confirm President Trump's Cabinet picks amid Democratic objections.
John Ratcliffe, nominated for CIA Director, faces delays despite bipartisan support in committee; his confirmation vote is now expected Thursday.
Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth's confirmation may require Vice President JD Vance to break a potential tie, as three Republican senators remain undecided.
Kristi Noem, nominated for Homeland Security Secretary, is expected to face a full Senate vote by Sunday if procedural delays persist.
Marco Rubio is the only nominee confirmed so far, unanimously approved as Secretary of State earlier this week.