Vaccine Advisory Panels Prepare for Key Fall Recommendations
Vaccine advisers on the CDC's ACIP are deliberating on recommendations for who should receive the updated coronavirus vaccines, a decision that will impact vaccine access.
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Controversy and debate as CDC vaccine advisory panel considers key vaccine policy changes
Five new advisers with anti-vaccine views are joining the CDC's vaccines committee, raising concerns about potential impacts on vaccine policy and public health, especially amid ongoing outbreaks and upcoming vaccine decisions.
Hegseth aide departs amid Pentagon staff changes
A senior aide to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is leaving the Pentagon, marking the sixth top adviser departure in six months, with the aide citing a planned six-month tenure and expressing gratitude for the experience.
RFK Jr.'s Shakeup of Vaccine Advisers Sparks Trust Concerns
Three of Kennedy's new vaccine advisers have legal ties and past involvement in lawsuits questioning vaccine safety, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and bias in vaccine policy decisions.
Trump Appoints In-Law Massad Boulos as Middle East Adviser
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Massad Boulos, his daughter Tiffany's father-in-law, as a senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, continuing his trend of appointing family members to key positions.
Trump Appoints Massad Boulos as Middle East Adviser
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Massad Boulos, a Lebanese auto tycoon and father-in-law to his daughter Tiffany, as a senior adviser on Middle Eastern affairs. Boulos, who lacks a traditional diplomatic background, joins other non-traditional appointees like Steve Witkoff and Mike Huckabee in Trump's team. This move comes amid efforts to uphold a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hizbollah in Lebanon. Boulos, known for his business acumen and connections in Lebanon, is expected to play a significant role in US-Lebanon relations.
Trump's Trade Team: Strategic Decoupling and New Appointments
Kevin Hassett's appointment as director of the White House National Economic Council raises questions about the influence of Trump's advisers, given Trump's history of disregarding advice on major issues. The article discusses the potential impact of having capable advisers like Hassett in the administration, despite Trump's tendency to make decisions independently. It also highlights the contradiction between Trump's anti-establishment rhetoric and his reliance on traditional conservative figures and wealthy elites for key positions.
Trump Elevates Key Advisers for Immigration Crackdown
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed four of his campaign advisers to new White House positions as deputy chiefs of staff. Dan Scavino, James Blair, Taylor Budowich, and Stephen Miller will take on roles focusing on communications, legislative affairs, and policy. These appointments include longtime aides and key figures from Trump's campaign, reflecting his reliance on trusted advisors as he prepares for his presidency.
Concerns Mount Over Trump's Potential Early Victory Claim
Advisers have suggested that Donald Trump should declare victory prematurely on election night if he appears to be leading in key battleground states, though it remains uncertain if he will follow this advice. This strategy aims to set the stage for claims of a stolen election if he loses. Trump's team is reportedly resigned to the possibility of him making such a declaration, reflecting a break from traditional presidential norms. The Harris campaign is preparing for this potential move, recalling similar actions by Trump in the 2020 election.
Qatari Funding and Diplomacy in Gaza Hostage Crisis: A Divisive Approach
Families of hostages held in Gaza are receiving advice from individuals and entities funded by Qatar, including consultant Jay Footlik, who has met with the families to prepare them for meetings with Qatari officials. The Richardson Center for Global Engagement, which has received significant funding from Qatar, has also advised the families and discouraged criticism of Qatar. The families have found the advisers to be useful in advocating for their relatives' release, and the Qatari funding has been instrumental in working with the U.S., Israel, and others to secure the release of hostages.
"Arm IPO: Advisers rake in $84mn fees while Instacart hopes for similar success"
The initial public offering (IPO) of Arm Holdings has resulted in an $84 million fees windfall for its advisers. The IPO, which is expected to be one of the largest in history, has generated significant fees for the banks involved in the process. Arm, a semiconductor and software design company, is set to go public in the coming months.
Former Disney Executives Reunite with CEO Bob Iger for Advisory Roles
Former Disney executives have returned as advisers to Chief Executive Bob Iger, providing their expertise and guidance to the company.
Trump Advisers' Recommendations to Avoid Jail Time and Destroy Government Revealed
CNN's political analyst Maggie Haberman discusses what former President Donald Trump's advisers are saying will guarantee him to not face jail time in special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
DeSantis Widens Network Ahead of 2024 Presidential Bid
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expanding his circle of advisers and courting donors as he prepares to launch his presidential campaign, following weeks of bad headlines and flagging poll numbers. His team is taking steps to address concerns about his insular approach and is inviting donors to a retreat in Miami to pump up his campaign war chest. DeSantis remains Trump's strongest competitor for the GOP nomination in 2024, but his pre-launch period has been riddled with moves that have raised questions about how prepared he is for a slugfest with Trump and other GOP candidates.
Inside Biden's 2024 Campaign Circle: Key Players and Co-Chairs Revealed
President Biden's closest and longest-serving advisers, a small circle of senior officials, will guide his political strategy both in the White House and on the campaign trail for his 2024 re-election bid. They rarely give on-the-record interviews and have no significant public personas, but they have been making phone calls to offer positions on Mr. Biden's campaign. The group includes Jeff Zients, Anita Dunn, Steve Ricchetti, Mike Donilon, Jennifer O'Malley Dillon, and Bruce Reed. While the campaign manager, Julie Chávez Rodríguez, will be empowered to run Mr. Biden's re-election bid, many major decisions will continue to be made by the president's cadre of top advisers.