Work to confirm each of President Trump’s cabinet nominees as quickly as possible.

Marsha Blackburn · Tennessee · Republican

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But before we can get to any of this, our focus will be confirming each of President Trump’s nominees for his cabinet as quickly as possible.

In January 2025, Senator Blackburn emphasized the importance of swiftly confirming President Trump's cabinet nominees.

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VIDEO: On Senate Floor, Blackburn Recaps First Term Legislative Accomplishments...
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President Trump is making wise choices, and these nominees all know and understand Capitol Hill. They have worked with members of the House and Senate.

In November 2024, Senator Blackburn expressed support for President Trump's cabinet appointments, highlighting their experience and understanding of Capitol Hill.

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Blackburn Joins Newsmax to Discuss Trump Cabinet, GOP Senate Appointments, and Biden’s Lame-Duck Judicial Nominees
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We urge colleagues to swiftly confirm President Trump’s TVA board nominees to make certain the United States leads the world in next-generation nuclear and wins the global race for energy dominance.

In July 2025, Senator Blackburn, along with Senator Hagerty, urged for the swift confirmation of President Trump's nominees to the Tennessee Valley Authority board.

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Senators Blackburn and Hagerty Praise President Trump’s TVA Nominees
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Today, the United States Senate confirmed a slate of highly qualified Trump administration nominees, continuing their record pace in installing the President’s team to execute his agenda.

In December 2025, the Senate confirmed multiple Trump administration nominees, indicating a concerted effort to expedite the confirmation process.

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Scott, Senate Republicans Continue Confirming Trump Administration Nominees at Record Pace
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The Senate has confirmed 18 Cabinet or Cabinet-level nominees, which is faster than in 2017 and 2009, and more than double the pace of 2021.

By February 2025, the Senate had confirmed 18 of President Trump's cabinet nominees, surpassing the confirmation pace of previous administrations.

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Senate Republicans Are Confirming President Trump’s Cabinet Faster Than 2021, 2017, and 2009
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The Senate’s agreement will allow President Trump to fill four additional circuit court vacancies, including the vacancy created when Judge Stranch of the Sixth Circuit announced her retirement.

In November 2024, Senator Blackburn highlighted a bipartisan agreement facilitating the swift confirmation of President Trump's judicial nominees.

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Blackburn, Hagerty Statement on Bipartisan Deal for Speedy Consideration of Judicial Nominations
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It’s my intention to support all of President Trump’s cabinet nominees. Beyond the deference I feel this president should have to select his own cabinet, I’ve met with many of the nominees, and I have every confidence in their ability to serve.

In December 2024, Senator Mullin expressed his commitment to supporting all of President Trump's cabinet nominees, reflecting a broader Republican effort.

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Confirming President Trump’s Cabinet Nominees
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Today, the Senate will hold votes on two pivotal Cabinet nominees. First, we will vote to advance the nomination of John Ratcliffe to serve as CIA Director.

In January 2025, the Senate scheduled votes to advance key cabinet nominations, indicating progress in the confirmation process.

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Congressional Record | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
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Multiple pieces of credible evidence confirm Senator Blackburn's active support and advocacy for confirming President Trump's cabinet nominees rapidly during the relevant congressional term. These include public statements, Senate actions, and records of a faster-than-usual confirmation pace. The presence of direct involvement, advocacy, and speedy confirmations substantiate full delivery of the promise within the same term.

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Multiple reputable sources confirm that Senator Blackburn actively supported, encouraged, and participated in the confirmation of President Trump's cabinet nominees at a pace exceeding recent historical averages. Evidence demonstrates she publicly advocated for swift confirmations, worked on bipartisan agreements to expedite nominations, and directly discussed her record in these efforts during Senate proceedings. The timeframe aligns with the promise term, fulfilling the pledge.

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Multiple credible secondary sources confirm that Senator Blackburn actively worked to support and expedite the confirmation of President Trump's cabinet nominees. Public statements from Blackburn, reports of Senate action at a record pace, and bipartisan support for swift confirmations demonstrate strong alignment with her promise. All evidence points to the fulfillment of her commitment within the same term.

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