All articles tagged with #ben carson
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Politico
Ben Carson, former HUD secretary, has been appointed as the USDA's chief spokesperson on nutrition, rural health care, and housing to support the Trump administration's Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda, focusing on improving diets and updating dietary guidelines.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Wire
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former NFL player Scott Turner as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Turner, who previously served as the Executive Director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, is recognized for his role in driving economic development through Opportunity Zones. He expressed gratitude for the nomination and aims to continue the work started in the previous administration, emphasizing support for communities overlooked during the Biden administration.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Root
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) fiercely defended herself against comments from Marjorie Taylor Greene, while Ben Carson's new book calls for ending no-fault divorce laws. Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism for using profanity in an interview, highlighting conservative hypocrisy. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's decision to restore a congressional voting map in Louisiana is seen as a victory for Black voters.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Ben Carson's Iowa strategist believes that the presidential campaign is effectively over, despite Carson's refusal to drop out of the race. The strategist's comments come as Carson's campaign struggles to gain traction in the polls and secure funding.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCRG
Former President Donald Trump confidently predicts victory in Iowa's Republican presidential caucuses, despite flubbing the name of the city he was speaking in. Trump dismisses advisers' caution not to overstate expectations and asserts that there is "no way Iowa is voting against Trump." He highlights the economic benefits of his administration's tariffs on China for farm states. Trump also criticizes former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, calling her a "bird brain" and accusing her of disloyalty. Neurosurgeon Ben Carson endorses Trump, despite some members of his Cabinet resigning after the January 6th Capitol attack.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Former President Donald Trump confidently predicts victory in Iowa's Republican presidential caucuses, despite flubbing the name of the city he was speaking in. Trump's campaign events in Iowa have increased in frequency as he aims to run a more organized campaign than in 2016. He criticizes former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, calling her "a highly overrated person" and accusing her of disloyalty. Trump is endorsed by former Cabinet member Ben Carson, whose endorsement is notable considering some members resigned following the Capitol siege.