Even before taking office, Trump is challenging the Senate , in particular, to dare defy him over the nominations of Matt Gaetz , Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other controversial choices for his Cabinet and administration positions .

After a resounding election victory, President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans say they have a “mandate” to govern.

Republicans are on track to hold a majority of at least 52 seats in the 100-seat Senate, with one seat going to a recount, and on Wednesday secured the 218th seat they need for a House majority, with nine races left to be called.

At least six local politicians have confirmed to the News Journal they are considering running, and they likely aren’t the only ones.

Texas, reacts to Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general on 'Your World.'

The shock announcement Tuesday afternoon that President-elect Donald Trump had tapped former Rep. Matt Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general has left a wide open question about who will replace him in Congress.