Trump Accuses Democrats of Deliberately Delaying His Nominees

Former President Donald Trump has accused Democrats of deliberately stalling the confirmation of his nominees, calling the delays a disgrace and urging Republicans to take action.

“Democrats are purposefully delaying virtually all of my Nominees,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. “No matter how good and well qualified someone is, they are taking maximum time for approval — and laughing about it.”

Trump has submitted more than 20 nominees for key government positions, but only eight have been confirmed by the Senate. The confirmation process has been contentious, with many nominees facing intense scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers, who have raised concerns about their qualifications and policy positions.

Trump argued that Senate Democrats are intentionally prolonging the process, suggesting that they find satisfaction in making his nominees endure lengthy hearings. He claimed that their obstruction is harming the country and jeopardizing national security.

“If George Washington and Abraham Lincoln were nominated for a position, the Democrats would take it out to the last moment before having to approve,” Trump said. “It is disgraceful!”

The former president asserted that the delays are politically motivated, attributing them to lingering resentment over what he called a “landslide loss” for Democrats in the last election.

He accused Democratic senators of refusing to move forward with his nominees out of spite rather than legitimate concerns.

Trump urged Republicans in the Senate to “GET TOUGH” and ensure that his nominees are confirmed as quickly as possible. He emphasized that swift confirmations are necessary for the “Good of our Country” and called for immediate action to push his administration’s agenda forward.

The list of confirmed nominees so far includes Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, John Ratcliffe as CIA Director, Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary, Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary, Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary, Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary, and Lee Zeldin as EPA Director.

While Trump and his supporters argue that Democrats are intentionally slowing the process, Democratic lawmakers have defended their thorough approach to confirmations. They claim that rigorous questioning is necessary to ensure that nominees are fit for office and capable of handling their respective responsibilities.

Senate Democrats have pointed to past instances where Republican-controlled chambers delayed Democratic nominees, arguing that both parties have engaged in similar tactics. They also cite concerns over Trump’s picks, questioning their experience, policy stances, and potential conflicts of interest.

Despite these defenses, Trump and many Republicans view the delays as an attempt to obstruct his administration’s ability to function effectively. Some GOP lawmakers have echoed Trump’s frustrations, calling on Democrats to expedite the confirmation process rather than using procedural tactics to prolong it.

The battle over nominations reflects broader partisan tensions in Washington, where political gridlock has often stalled key government functions. Trump’s demand for swift confirmations underscores his belief that his administration is being unfairly targeted and that the Senate must act decisively to ensure his team is in place.

The confirmation process is expected to continue being a contentious issue in the coming weeks as more nominees face Senate hearings. Trump and his allies are likely to keep up the pressure on Democrats, while Democratic lawmakers are expected to maintain their cautious approach.

For now, Trump’s nominees remain stuck in a drawn-out process, with both sides blaming each other for the delays. The outcome will depend on how much leverage Republicans can exert in the Senate and whether Democrats decide to speed up or continue resisting Trump’s picks.