Tara Palmeri and Pat Dennis discuss the controversial cabinet nominees of Donald Trump, including Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard, and Kash Patel. They question why these problematic individuals are seemingly sailing through confirmation despite public accusations and controversies, exploring the role of opposition research and the changing media landscape.
Trump's cabinet nominees face various accusations (sexual assault, drinking problems, financial misconduct, etc.)
Republican senators seem open to confirming these nominees despite controversies
The effectiveness of mainstream media in influencing political decisions is questioned