Assessing Trump's Cabinet: Democracy at Risk?

The article discusses the potential threats to American democracy posed by some of Donald Trump's Cabinet picks, particularly highlighting concerns over appointing loyalists like Matt Gaetz as Attorney General and Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense. These appointments are seen as part of a broader strategy to consolidate power by placing loyalists in key positions, undermining legal and political guardrails, and potentially politicizing the military. The article emphasizes the importance of prioritizing which of Trump's policies and appointments to oppose in order to effectively defend democratic norms.