Senate Democrats’ unprecedented decision to obstruct the confirmation of CIA Director Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State hasn’t gone unnoticed. In editorials from publications across the country, Senate Democrats are being put on blast for jeopardizing national security to oppose President Trump at all costs.
As support for Pompeo continues to grow, red state Democrats are being forced into an uncomfortable position thanks to the Democratic Party’s continued lurch to the left.
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USA Today: Confirm Mike Pompeo to fill the void at State
Unless a nominee has clear ethical or competency failings, presidents should be accorded wide latitude to select top aides whom they trust and agree with. Pompeo passes that test and merits approval. READ
Wall Street Journal: Who Needs a Secretary of State?
Senate Democrats have stalled nearly every Trump nominee in government, but their growing opposition to Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State suggests they don’t want the President to have even his top national security officials. Their new standard seems to be that any nominee who agrees with the elected President is disqualified. READ
The Hill: Senate must save itself by confirming Mike Pompeo
For this reason, and because Pompeo is spectacularly well-qualified, members of the minority party on the committee should reconsider their vote and support Pompeo. It is in their own interests – and the country’s interest – to do so. READ
Chicago Tribune: Editorial: Why the U.S. Senate should confirm Mike Pompeo
Presidents are entitled to choose their own advisers, and nothing that has emerged about Pompeo is disqualifying. The State Department could use a secretary equipped for the job of advancing U.S. interests in concert with the president — and the sooner the better. READ
Fox News: David Bossie: Pompeo vote is Democrats’ latest unhinged stunt — He should be confirmed as secretary of state
What will it take for the Democratic leadership to put national security over the next election? This is serious business during very serious times and the American people are paying attention. It’s time to confirm Mike Pompeo – with a simple majority if necessary. READ
Real Clear Defense: Pompeo Is Ready to Lead
There is no serious or legitimate reason to play a game of obstruction with his nomination at a time when we are faced with numerous foreign policy and national security challenges in Syria, North Korea, China, and Russia. Obstructing Director Pompeo would threaten the nation’s ability to engage in important diplomatic relations. This is not a time for partisan political gamesmanship. Confirming Director Pompeo as Secretary of State is a critical element in mitigating numerous foreign policy and national security challenges our country faces today. READ
Topeka Capital-Journal: Gov. Jeff Colyer: U.S. Senate needs to confirm Pompeo
The American people deserve to have their top diplomat in place to tackle the numerous foreign policy challenges facing our nation. As talks with North Korea continue to advance, we need someone as Secretary of State who can navigate through tenuous waters. Decisions will be made in the next month regarding the Iran Nuclear Deal, and someone with Mike Pompeo’s vast experience and knowledge will be an invaluable asset. READ
Washington Times: Democrats reveal rank hypocrisy in opposing Mike Pompeo
Are Senate Democrats trying to tank the bilateral negotiation with North Korea? I certainly hope not. But one could reasonably draw that conclusion. Opposing Mr. Pompeo for this role, after supporting him for another high-ranking national security role, is indefensible, given the quality of his term leading CIA. READ