Trump angrily criticized the Democratic Party for political extortion.

[Trump Condemns Democratic Political Extortion] On August 2 local time, Chuck Schumer, the Democratic Senate Minority Leader, stated at a press conference that the Republican Party needs to cooperate with the Democrats, and going it alone and trying to change the rules will only harm the interests of the public. Previously, the U.S. Senate failed to fully complete the approval of multiple executive nominations by President Trump. Trump angrily criticized Chuck Schumer on social media for obstructing the nominations, which led to delays in the process. Republicans indicated that they might attempt to modify Senate rules when they reconvene in September to expedite the approval process. According to the U.S. Congress schedule, both the Senate and the House of Representatives enter their annual summer recess in August. It is during this time that the Senate plans to hold hearings on multiple nominations, including positions in federal agencies, ambassador roles, and judicial positions. Previously, Trump had suggested that Senate Republican Leader John Thune cancel the August recess.