Thursday, SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 |Photo – Senator John Barrasso – Bigfoot99 file photoIn the United States Senate, Republicans will invoke the so-called “nuclear option” to allow for the confirmation of President Donald Trump’s nominees. Republicans have described the situation as an “untenable situation.” Confirmation of numerous positions have been delayed because of the stonewalling. On September 11, Senate Republicans secured a 53-45 vote along party lines to change procedural rules and allow for the faster confirmation of Trump’s nominees. Speaking on the senate floor Wednesday, Majority Whip John Barrasso of Wyoming said voting for the nominations will begin this week. None of President Trump’s nominees have been confirmed since he took office earlier this year.