Trump calls on US Senate to remain in session until all nominees confirmed

WASHINGTON

US President Donald Trump called on the Senate Thursday to skip its summer break and remain in session until all of his nominees receive the chamber's approval.

"The Senate must stay in Session, taking no recess, until the entire Executive Calendar is CLEAR!!!" Trump wrote on social media, referring to the document on which hundreds of his nominees are listed ahead of potential votes.

"We have to save our Country from the Lunatic Left. Republicans, for the health and safety of the USA, DO YOUR JOB, and confirm All Nominees. They should NOT BE FORCED TO WAIT," he added.

Trump's demand comes as the Senate rapidly approaches its summer recess, which is slated to begin Aug. 4 and run through the entire month. Roughly 1,300 nominees remain outstanding.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Wednesday that he is considering a potential rule change to allow Republicans to more quickly confirm the president's nominees as Democrats work to obstruct their confirmation in protest of Trump's policies.