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 New speed cameras target Interstate 81 work zone in Roanoke County starting today Web Staff May 11, 2026 VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026