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President Donald Trump was observed dozing off and struggling to keep his eyes open during a cabinet meeting, with video analysis showing nearly six minutes of extended eye closure across multiple instances, similar to a previous event in November.
Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has established a new cabinet portfolio focused on promoting an 'orderly coexistent society with foreigners,' appointing Kimi Onoda to oversee this initiative, alongside other key appointments aimed at strengthening foreign resident policies and advancing economic and security strategies.
Freeland resigned from Canada's Cabinet to become Ukraine's envoy amid concerns over peace negotiations and her previous disagreements with Prime Minister Trudeau over economic policies. She has a background in journalism and politics, having served as finance and foreign affairs minister, and recently returned to Cabinet after Carney's electoral victory.
During a Trump cabinet meeting, special envoy Steve Witkoff publicly praised Trump excessively, claiming he deserved a Nobel Peace Prize, which drew widespread criticism and mockery for the over-the-top display of loyalty and sycophancy, highlighting concerns about the state of political decorum and leadership.
The article provides live updates on President-elect Donald Trump's transition, focusing on his cabinet selections and the donations being made to fund his inauguration. It also mentions updates to the terms of service and privacy policy, encouraging readers to review them.
A recent AP-NORC poll reveals that about half of U.S. adults lack confidence in President-elect Trump's ability to appoint qualified individuals to his Cabinet, challenging his claim of a voter mandate. While only 30% of Americans feel confident in his choices, confidence is notably low among Democrats and independents, with three-quarters expressing doubt. Conversely, around 60% of Republicans are confident in Trump's appointments and management abilities. The survey, conducted as Trump finalizes his Cabinet, highlights partisan divides in perceptions of his leadership capabilities.
A recent AP-NORC poll reveals that about half of U.S. adults lack confidence in President-elect Trump's ability to appoint qualified individuals to his Cabinet, challenging his claim of a voter mandate. While only 30% of Americans feel confident in his choices, confidence is notably low among Democrats and independents, with three-quarters expressing doubt. Conversely, around 60% of Republicans are confident in Trump's appointments and management abilities. The survey, conducted as Trump finalizes his Cabinet, highlights partisan divides in perceptions of his leadership capabilities.
Democrats have requested that members of Trump's cabinet provide communications involving Boris Epshteyn, a former advisor to Trump. This move is part of ongoing investigations into the former administration's activities and connections.
President-elect Donald Trump is actively engaging with Congress to ensure Republican lawmakers support his Cabinet nominations and legislative priorities for 2025. He is focusing on immigration, energy, and tax policies, aiming to pass major party-line bills quickly. While Trump remains publicly silent on current spending bills and the government shutdown deadline, he is strategizing with GOP leaders like John Thune and Mike Johnson to align the party's agenda. This approach mirrors his post-2016 election strategy, with expectations of more direct involvement once in office.
Allies of Donald Trump are exerting pressure on Senate Republicans to support his Cabinet picks, with some senators like Joni Ernst and Lindsey Graham showing signs of shifting towards approval. The pressure campaign, bolstered by Trump's influence and media allies, aims to ensure the confirmation of controversial nominees like Pete Hegseth for Pentagon chief. Despite allegations against Hegseth, the campaign highlights Trump's sway over the GOP and the potential electoral consequences for senators who oppose his choices.
President-elect Donald Trump's administration is facing early challenges with Cabinet nominations, as his first pick for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, withdrew amid scandal, and his nominee for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, faces similar issues. Trump's history of failed Cabinet nominations during his first term is notable, and he risks setting a new record for early withdrawals. Despite a Republican Senate majority, most failed nominations historically occur due to scandals rather than partisan opposition.
Donald Trump's new Cabinet is filled with strong personalities from the MAGA movement, which could lead to internal conflicts despite their loyalty to Trump. The Cabinet includes figures with diverse ideological views, such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Elon Musk, who, while not officially in the Cabinet, will play significant roles. The potential for clashes exists as members navigate their own political aspirations and align with Trump's vision, reminiscent of the drama from Trump's first term.
President-elect Trump is heavily favoring current and former House members for his administration, selecting seven for Cabinet-level positions and more for sub-Cabinet roles. This preference reflects his alignment with the pro-Trump GOP base, as House members are more frequently in touch with constituents due to their two-year election cycle. However, this strategy risks weakening the GOP's narrow House majority, as several members have vacated their seats for administration roles, potentially complicating Trump's legislative agenda.
Donald Trump is assembling a cabinet of billionaires and multimillionaires worth a combined $340 billion, marking the wealthiest administration in U.S. history. This move contrasts with his campaign's appeal to working-class voters, as many of his appointees are poised to cut public spending on services for the poor. Notable figures include Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, who will lead a new department focused on government efficiency. Critics argue this approach favors the wealthy and may lead to significant tax cuts for the rich at the expense of essential services.
Trump's transition team is facing challenges, with some aides expressing frustration over wasted pre-election preparations and the withdrawal of a second Cabinet nominee before taking office. Despite these issues, the team maintains that the transition is progressing well. Concerns persist that further setbacks could embolden GOP skeptics and complicate legislative plans, as Republicans aim to coordinate on a challenging 2025 agenda with little room for error.