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Trump Urges Senate to Cancel August Recess for Diplomatic Nominees

7/22/2025

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President Trump is pushing Senate Majority Leader John Thune to forgo the August recess, aiming to fast-track the confirmation of more than 20 diplomatic nominees, including Kimberly Guilfoyle as US Ambassador to Greece. This call has garnered support from senators like Roger Marshall, reminiscent of the 2018 decision to cancel recess for similar confirmations.

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President Trump is pushing Senate Majority Leader John Thune to forgo the August recess, aiming to fast-track the confirmation of more than 20 diplomatic nominees, including Kimberly Guilfoyle as US Ambassador to Greece. This call has garnered support from senators like Roger Marshall, reminiscent of the 2018 decision to cancel recess for similar confirmations.