But more recently , lawmakers have sought to thwart certain appointments by never technically shutting down the Senate . Unanimous ruling could reverse hundreds of National Labor Relations Board decisions . Congress makes temporary appointments during a recess , without congressional approval . Presidents have sought to stop appointments by technically never turning down the office .
Unanimous ruling could reverse hundreds of National Labor Relations Board decisions . Congress makes temporary appointments during a recess , without congressional approval . Presidents have sought to stop appointments by technically never turning down the office .