In this segment, host Charlie James examines the Senate's rush during the post-election lame-duck session to confirm Donald Trump's judicial and executive appointments before Democrats take power in January. After playing clips of Senator John Kennedy advocating for marathon sessions and budget reconciliation, and the House Freedom Caucus proposing a recess maneuver, James explores how Republicans could go into an 11-day recess to allow Trump to make two-year recess appointments. He ultimately voices sharp skepticism toward Senate Republican leadership—particularly John Thune—accusing them of dragging their feet for nearly two years and repeating a pattern of GOP inaction and broken promises dating back to Trump's first term.
Nov 11, 2026
