Former Senate Counsel Urges Mandatory FBI Vetting of Trump Cabinet Picks
Former Senate counsels are adamant: thorough FBI vetting of any Trump Cabinet picks is absolutely essential. This isn’t merely a procedural formality; it’s a critical safeguard against potential risks to national security and the integrity of the government.
The consequences of neglecting this process are potentially severe. A lack of rigorous vetting could allow individuals with troubling backgrounds – histories of sexual assault, significant financial entanglements, or even connections to foreign adversaries – to gain access to sensitive information and positions of power.
The likelihood of such individuals being appointed is, unfortunately, quite real. The pool of people willing to serve in a Trump administration, and simultaneously pass a comprehensive background check, is likely quite small.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood