Denton: Trump cabinet picks likely provide first test of his presidency Evan Jones December 28, 2016 1 minute read (AP photo) With three weeks and two days to go until inauguration day, our political analyst says President-elect Donald Trump’s first big test is likely to be Senate confirmation votes for his cabinet nominees. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Lampman set to retire from Virginia Amateur SportsNext: K-Guard Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament returns to Salem Civic Center Related Stories The Jane Morgan Harris Daylily Garden at Richfield Salem honors female healthcare pioneer Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Nominations open for Kendig Arts and Culture Awards Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026