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The controversy surrounding Fedman’s meeting draws attention to the fear among some Republican senators of being "primaried" for not supporting Trump’s picks. Senator Thom Tillis articulated concerns about a perceived pressure campaign against those willing to engage with differing opinions.
While many senators have supported Biden's cabinet choices without much resistance, the Republican party faces a critical fresh-off-the-press challenge in responding to Trump’s controversial nominations. The contrasting reactions toward Biden’s nominations versus Trump’s underscores a growing disconnect between establishment leaders and an increasingly populist base.