Not to step on Dave’s post, but this is a fast moving story. Here’s the most recent reporting: Vacancies Act means if a senior official "dies, resigns, or is otherwise unable to perform the functions and duties of the office," then president can fill it w/someone already confirmed by Senate for a period of time …
Rosenstein Update
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