Trump's War on the D.C. Establishment Requires This Exact Cabinet | Opinion

So now that we have most of the key positions initially named, I am always hesitant to say these are great picks or push my full endorsement for people I've never seen in action. Toward that end, I am not so sure Trump requires this exact cabinet since we have yet to hear from them, from the perspective of becoming cabinet leaders. That said, I think I do understand Trump's objectives and I mostly agree with him pushing for cleaning up each of the departments / agencies, and getting them back on an apolitical stance from the rank and file, to carry out the vision set by the President through his cabinet. Their job isn't to say no, but to advise on the vision and offer alternatives as necessary.

In the end, I still want to see each of these nominations go through the confirmation hearings process before I decide whether I think any of them are qualified to take on these roles. Let them speak, present their case, and see if they can properly articulate their view of the role. I expect hard questions from both Democrats and Republicans, and I expect them to have an excellent working knowledge of the role, the laws, and policies within their respective Depts/Agencies. Not knowing things like "what is the 4th amendment," when you're about to be the AG, should be potential disqualifying statements. Not being able to give upfront answers to obvious things like defining a woman should be potential disqualifying statements.

Trump has earned his first cut at cleaning things up, especially within the DOJ, DHS, DoD, and throughout our intelligence and Molaw enforcement agencies. I get that there are many people that prefer he not be the one who does it, but up until this point, few people have even tried. Trump has taken more flak and BS from the other side, the media, from within the government, and even the Hollywood "elites" that his electoral success establishes the mandate of what most Americans want. As one who did not take Trump as a serious candidate, to begin with, in 2015, I am one of the many who have come to appreciate his fortitude. I am willing to now give him a good amount of leeway to push his agenda. But I'm still not excited by some of his nominations. This is similar to what I thought of him in 2015, so, I'm trusting his instinct this time, up through listening to them speak to the Senate. If they don't cut the mustard, I have no problem saying so (not that it matters).

Ultimately, it's time to clean house and I don't expect Trump to be 100% successful. But noting his impressive fortitude taking on the unprecedented attacks over the last 8 years, I am confident he will make a significant dent and hopefully create the path for others to follow suit.