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Hours after Virginia judges unanimously named James W Hundley interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, the Trump administration fired him—marking a second such firing this month of a prosecutor appointed by judges—as Deputy AG Todd Blanche asserted the president makes the appointment, underscoring a clash over interim U.S. attorney authority.
President Donald Trump quietly named four members to the Commission of Fine Arts, a panel that will review the White House ballroom plan as construction on the site continues.
William Blair announced 25 new partners across its global offices (Chicago, New York, London, Boston, Baltimore, and more) spanning Investment Banking, Private Wealth Management, Equity Research, Investment Management, and Information Technology, marking a broad leadership elevation for 2026.
The White House on January 13, 2026 sent a large batch of nominations to the Senate, spanning ambassadorial posts, U.S. attorneys, agency heads, and other senior positions across Defense, State, Transportation, Labor, Justice, and more, with terms ranging from four to seven years and several resignations or expirations noted.
Kyndryl has announced leadership changes including Harsh Chugh taking on expanded roles, Farhaz Thobani becoming Chief Administrative Officer, Paul Savill leading Cyber Security and Resiliency, Ivan Dopplé retiring, and Michael Przytula joining as Global Practice Leader for Digital Workplace, reflecting strategic growth and organizational restructuring.
Donald Trump plans to appoint new leaders to the Federal Reserve and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, including a new Fed governor and a new labor statistics chief, amid controversy over the firing of the previous BLS head and Trump's efforts to influence US economic data and policy.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced new presidential appointments across USDA agencies, including key leadership roles in Food and Nutrition Service, Farm Service Agency, and Rural Development, emphasizing support for farmers and rural America aligned with President Trump's America First policies.
President-elect Donald Trump announced several key appointments, including Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece and Tom Barrack as ambassador to Turkey. Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host and Trump fundraiser, is praised for her experience in law, media, and politics. Barrack, a longtime Trump ally recently acquitted of foreign lobbying charges, is described as a respected voice of reason. Other appointments include Andrew Ferguson and Mark Meador to the FTC, Dan Bishop and Ed Martin to the Office of Management and Budget, and Jacob Helberg as undersecretary of state for economic growth.
John Dramani Mahama has been declared the winner of Ghana's 2024 presidential election and is expected to make key government appointments within 24 hours as per The Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012. These appointments include his Chief of Staff and key ministry positions. Mahama will also form a transition team with outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, co-chaired by both leaders, to ensure a smooth transition of power before his swearing-in on January 7, 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced several key appointments, including Daniel Driscoll as Secretary of the Army and Jared Isaacman as head of NASA. Driscoll, an Army veteran, is a close associate of Vice President-elect JD Vance, while Isaacman is a billionaire space explorer with ties to SpaceX. Trump's pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, faces challenges due to past allegations, and former Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler has been nominated to lead the Small Business Administration. These appointments signal Trump's focus on military and space exploration in his upcoming administration.
The article discusses the commonalities among Donald Trump's new cabinet and administration picks, highlighting their shared political ideologies, backgrounds, and potential influence on policy directions.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Massad Boulos, a businessman and father-in-law to his daughter Tiffany, as his Middle East and Arab world adviser. This move signals Trump's intention to focus on diplomatic efforts in the region. Boulos, who has been a key communication channel between Trump and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, will work alongside Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff. This appointment follows Trump's recent selection of Charles Kushner, Ivanka Trump's father-in-law, as ambassador to France, highlighting a trend of appointing individuals connected to his family.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced a series of controversial appointments for his upcoming administration, including Kash Patel as FBI Director and Charles Kushner as U.S. Ambassador to France. Patel, a loyal Trump ally, has been critical of the FBI and seeks to overhaul the agency. Kushner, pardoned by Trump in 2020, is the father of Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Other notable picks include Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretary and Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, reflecting Trump's preference for loyalists and controversial figures in key roles.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced key appointments for his upcoming administration, including Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative and Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of COVID-19 shutdowns, to lead the National Institutes of Health. Trump also selected Kevin Hassett for the White House National Economic Council and John Phelan, a donor with no military experience, as secretary of the Navy. These appointments reflect a mix of loyalists and individuals critical of the agencies they will lead.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed three new members to his White House team, including James Braid as director of the Office of Legislative Affairs, Matt Brasseaux as director of the Office of Political Affairs, and Alex Latcham as director of the Office of Public Liaison. These appointments are part of Trump's efforts to push his administration's agenda, including tax cuts and defense spending. Meanwhile, Elon Musk criticized the F-35 fighter jet program, advocating for drone technology, which may create tension with Trump, who has supported the F-35 program.