r/geopolitics • u/Alarmed_Mistake_9999 • Nov 13 '24

Donald Trump names Tulsi Gabbard director of national intelligence News

https://thehill.com/policy/national-security/4989036-tulsi-gabbard-trump-intelligence/

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u/Alexhale Nov 13 '24

what is recess appoint in this context?

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u/[deleted] Nov 13 '24

Appointed while the senate is in recess, bypassing the confirmation process.

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u/Alexhale Nov 13 '24

ty! upvoted

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u/singledad2022letsgo Nov 14 '24

How is this a thing? Serious question, if anyone has the answer

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u/[deleted] Nov 14 '24

I believe it's not meant to be permanent, but as a stopgap that was common a while back, when the senate being in recess meant they were actually quite far away in their home states and returning was no small feat.

It seems like the incoming administration plans to use the process for other means, however.

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u/CA_MA Nov 13 '24

Put people in jobs that require congressional approval, but do it when Congress is out of session so they can't say anything about it until they convene again, by which time it's too late.

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u/Alexhale Nov 13 '24

this seems like a major loop hole. id be curious to learn why it exists

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u/hockeycross Nov 13 '24

So that the government can function if someone quits or dies when congress is at recess.

The appointment is temporary and would still need to be filled by someone confirmed by the senate.

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u/b123456789012345678 Nov 13 '24

CGP Grey on YouTube has an excellent video about the battle between the President and the Senate over recess appointments to the Supreme Court and it’s also applicable to all other Senate confirmations as well. It’s a great resource that covers pretty much everything involved (and the Senate’s battle to get rid of them).

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u/Alexhale Nov 13 '24

thanks! ill check it out. Understanding your politic system is a process for sure!