While Washington’s bureaucrats were busy whining about a government shutdown, Senate Republicans decided to actually get something done. On Tuesday, they confirmed a massive wave of 107 of President Donald Trump’s nominees — yes, over one hundred — marking another victory for competence, efficiency, and good old conservative resolve.
The move came as the shutdown entered its seventh day, but instead of wasting time pointing fingers, the GOP pressed forward. Lawmakers voted along party lines, cutting the backlog of pending nominees down to double digits. Translation: Trump’s team just got a major boost while Democrats were still stuck in “resistance” mode.
Among the names confirmed were some of Trump’s most trusted allies and recognizable faces — including former NFL legend and Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker, who will now serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas, and Sergio Gor, one of Trump’s top advisors, who’s heading to India as the new U.S. Ambassador. Clearly, Trump prefers loyalty and experience over D.C. politicking — and who can blame him?
The confirmations also extended to senior administration officials, several prosecutors, and the reappointment of Paul Atkins as Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, whose term now runs through 2031. That’s nearly a decade of steady, pro-growth leadership at the SEC — exactly what Wall Street and Main Street both need.
This vote also showcased the power of the Republican-led rule change that streamlined confirmations. After months of obstruction from Senate Democrats — led by none other than Chuck Schumer — Republicans finally went “nuclear” last month. The result? A process that lets the Senate advance qualified nominees by simple majority and get the people’s business done. Funny how that works when you stop letting career politicians stall progress.
Democrats had spent nearly nine months blocking Trump’s picks, dragging their feet and complaining about procedure — all while preaching “unity.” But after this decisive GOP move, they’ve learned that obstructionism has consequences.
Senate Republicans had already confirmed 48 Trump nominees last month, including Kimberly Guilfoyle (now Ambassador to Greece) and Callista Gingrich (Ambassador to Switzerland). Add Tuesday’s 107 to the list, and you’ve got a clear message: The Trump administration is fully staffed, fully operational, and not slowing down.
While the left obsesses over shutdown theatrics, the right keeps delivering results. One hundred and seven confirmed patriots — ambassadors, prosecutors, and leaders — ready to serve this country and carry out the President’s America First agenda.
Because even when Washington “shuts down,” President Trump and his allies never stop working for the American people. ??
