Trump Begins Presidency With Smallest Cabinet In Decades
Washington Post reports Donald Trump starts his presidency with only two Cabinet members confirmed. Democrats delay confirmations, Senate leaders clash over vetting, while Republicans push for a full national security team by Day One. Historical comparisons show few presidents began with so few in place, underscoring partisan battles shaping the process.
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Democrats Plan Reintroduce Equal Rights Amendment in Senate
Sen. Ben Cardin leads a group including Menendez Booker Gillibrand Brown Coons Feinstein and Markey to reintroduce the 28th amendment guaranteeing equal rights under law regardless of sex. Congress approved in 1972 with a seven year ratification deadline. Opponents warn it could unsettle traditional gender roles and require women to register for the draft.
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Senate votes confirm Mattis and Kelly as cabinet picks
Senate approved James Mattis as defense secretary by 98 to 1 and John Kelly as homeland security secretary by 8 to 11 against, marking the first cabinet confirmations under the Trump administration amid a busy week of nominations.
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