President-elect Donald Trump is making headlines once again, this time by demanding a new form of presidential power to speed up the appointment of his Cabinet members. Trump's call for 'recess appointments' has become a focal point in the battle for Senate GOP leadership.
Recess appointments, which allow the president to appoint nominees when the Senate is not in session, have a long history of controversy. They were traditionally used as a last resort by presidents facing difficulties in getting their nominees confirmed by the Senate.
