- United States
- Fla.
- Letter
Thorough vetting of cabinet nominees essential for public trust
To: Sen. Rubio, Sen. Scott, Rep. Lee
From: A verified voter in Lakeland, FL
November 25
A rigorous vetting process is essential for cabinet nominees overseeing critical government functions that impact every American. FBI background checks have long been standard practice to ensure appointees meet the highest ethical standards and lack concerning financial entanglements or personal histories that could jeopardize national security. Careers with far less responsibility, from teachers to bank managers, require such screening. Forgoing this essential step would be an unacceptable break from reasonable norms and accountability measures. I urge you to insist on comprehensive FBI background checks for all cabinet nominees before considering their confirmations in order to uphold the integrity of these pivotal positions.