Washington is seeing President-elect Trump’s Cabinet nominees moving towards confirmation, with Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth gaining momentum after a contentious Senate hearing. Despite Democratic objections, Trump’s other nominees are progressing through confirmation hearings with Republican support. Controversial picks like Kash Patel, Tulsi Gabbard, and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. face challenges in winning over skeptical senators from both parties. Momentum for Hegseth and others is building, with the Senate expected to begin voting on Inauguration Day to confirm Trump’s picks.
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Takeaways from the AP’s analysis of delayed disaster aid
Survivors of major U.S. natural disasters are facing increased delays in receiving federal aid, with average wait times for disaster declarations rising to over a month during President Trump's term, compared to two weeks in the 1990s. These delays hinder individuals' access to essential support and recovery efforts, exacerbated by a complex assessment process and reduced FEMA staffing. Want More Context? 🔎
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