The standards for Trump’s picks are indeed unique, with the previous Defense Secretary sailing smoothly through, and now the Director of National Intelligence position causing a stir. Gabbard’s political stance seems to be unsettling to the old-school Republican hawks, especially those who have questioned her. However, she has seemingly won the favor of the Trump camp, and her future performance is worth watching. As for Tillis, his trust among the Trump supporters seems shaky, after all, he also has to face the pressure of re-election. And McConnell, the former majority leader who has lost his old position, still hasn’t lost his authority, as he still refrains from speaking to reporters, only flashing a smirk as if he has a surprise ready for them.