President Trump Threatens To Officially Adjourn Congress

President Trump threatened to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments without Senate approval, citing difficulties in governance due to unfilled positions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Constitution allows this if both chambers disagree on adjournment, but it has never been used. The Senate's pro forma sessions prevent recess appointments, which Trump criticizes as a dereliction of duty. He anticipates legal challenges but stresses the urgent need for appointees.

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