In a surprising move that might challenge the notion that “Donald Trump is NOT a fascist!” the president-elect is requesting the ability to appoint government officials without needing Senate approval.

Trump has been advocating “recess appointments” recently. This rule allows the president to fill significant government positions when Congress is not in session, typically intended for urgent needs rather than for an incoming president trying to evade scrutiny over his appointees.

It’s easy to understand why Trump is interested in this method, as many of his Cabinet picks thus far have been at best controversial and at worst utterly ludicrous. For instance, he’s suggested Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — known for conspiracy theories and anti-vaccine sentiments, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. There’s also Kristi Noem, who has a problematic reputation, for Homeland Security, and Matt Gaetz, who has faced ethical issues, for attorney general. A Fox News host with a muscular build and questionable tattoos might be in line to run the Department of Defense.

Most of these individuals wouldn’t even qualify for a role like dogcatcher — unless perhaps in a feline-dominated town where Noem might have a chance of fitting in — so it’s easy to see why Trump would want to evade a confirmation process that would expose the questionable nature of these selections.

Trump’s desire for recess appointments is just another norm to shatter

However, using recess appointments to fill an administration is far from the original intention of the Founding Fathers.

Alexander Hamilton — yes, the one from the musical — argued that the Senate’s confirmation of presidential appointments is vital for democracy, stating that this process would compel the president “to be both ashamed and afraid” to propose candidates who lacked merit beyond personal connections or insignificance that made them easily compliant.

If Trump gets his way, all Republicans would likely have to get tattooed with “Obsequious Instruments of His Pleasure.”

Republicans chose Trump. They should let him appoint whomever he prefers.

This is why I believe, despite the overwhelming wisdom against it, that GOP leaders should allow Trump to make his recess appointments. Don’t bother him with concepts he dislikes, such as “tradition,” “ethics,” or even “the Constitution.”

While the china shop may belong to everyone, it’s the Republicans who let the bull loose—so let him wreak havoc.

Hannibal Lecter to oversee the USDA? Why not?

Because when Trump assigns an extravagant Tesla to lead the Department of Transportation, I want the Republican Party to take full responsibility.

If the current partner of a five-times-divorced ex-con who Trump used to associate with is named Secretary of the Treasury, I believe the GOP should be accountable for that and the ensuing chaos (No, I don’t know who this individual might be, but I’m confident she exists somewhere.)

If the Department of Agriculture is led by the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecter, it’s time for congressional Republicans to confront that reality head-on.

Matt Gaetz as Attorney General is classic Trump

Trump embodies what his supporters and a good portion of Americans desire. Therefore, he should deliver nothing less than the full Trump experience. Not a modified version with his more authoritarian traits toned down, nor a reimagined Trump with his poor decision-making improved by more competent advisors.

Just Trump. Authentic and unfiltered.

This is precisely why someone like Gaetz is fitting for Trump’s team. He is a figure that even many Republicans have reservations about, which is astonishing given the current low bar set by the party.

This week, the Florida congressman stepped down just days before an ethics inquiry regarding accusations of sexual misconduct and drug use was about to be released.

However, if Trump chooses someone as ill-suited and widely disliked as Gaetz to be Attorney General through a recess appointment, I trust Republicans will allow it. After all, they willingly chose to support this path, so they should not back out when it’s time to commit.

Let the unpredictable king make his choices, and we’ll see who is responsible

Let me clarify, despite my strong feelings about Trump returning to power, I still care about the country and sincerely hope for positive outcomes. I genuinely mean it. I am not wishing for failure. I merely want the Republicans to be fully accountable for whatever transpires next.

If Trump were to appoint an oil rig fire to lead the Department of Energy, I hope it performs to its maximum potential.

If Noem ensures homeland security without any further incidents, I would gladly commend her.

If Fox News host Pete Hegseth, whose tattooed arms have been humorously characterized as embodying modern Christian nationalist culture, leads the Defense Department with integrity, I would be nothing but pleased.

However, if Trump’s unconventional leadership selections do not yield favorable results, I won’t be caught off guard. That’s why I am fully in favor of recess appointments. Let Trump be Trump. You asked for it; now embrace it.

And when someone like Gaetz inevitably makes a blunder, as he likely will, or engages in illegal activities, which is a possibility, the blame for this spectacle will rest squarely on the shoulders of the passive Republicans.