Summary
The U.S. Senate confirmed a large group of President Trump's nominees. The group includes 48 people who will take on important roles in areas like the military and national security. Senate Republicans changed the rules to speed up the confirmation process.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Senate confirmed 48 of President Trump's nominees.
- These nominees will work in military, national security, and overseas roles.
- Senate Republicans altered Senate rules to expedite the confirmations.
- The rule change allowed more nominees to be confirmed faster than before.
- This move was reported by congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins.