Senate HELP Committee
Coverage of Senate HELP Committee in the Nexus archive.
- Republicans get antsy about confirmations as the Senate hangs in the balance
President Donald Trump is delaying federal nominations as Republican senators express concern over unfilled judicial and cabinet positions ahead of midterms. Trump's White House cites a focus on selecting 'the right people' for roles, but this approach has unsettled GOP lawmakers like Tommy Tuberville and Ted Cruz, who advocate for faster judicial appointments to solidify Trump's legacy.
- RFK Jr. out for revenge against skeptical senator
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his MAHA movement are seeking to unseat Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy in the Louisiana primary. Cassidy has been skeptical of Kennedy's health policy reforms and has pushed back on several efforts. The MAHA movement views Cassidy as a major obstacle to their goals.