The nominations process for President Donald Trump's appointees is picking up pace, with some confirmed by the Senate and hearings scheduled for more of his Cabinet picks. Some are already at work. Others are appearing before the committees overseeing the agencies that Trump,

The Republican-led U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald Trump's nominee Russell Vought as budget director on Thursday, placing the reins of government funding in the hands of hardline conservative who has advocated for reducing Congress's power over taxpayer dollars.

Jamieson Greer is testifying before the Senate Finance Committee Thursday morning in his bid to be the U.S. trade representative. Greer, tapped by President Trump for the role, served as an aide in the office during the president’s first term in office.