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politics1 year ago

Trump Taps Ex-WWE CEO Linda McMahon for Education Secretary Role

Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, co-founder of WWE and former head of the Small Business Administration, as Education Secretary, despite his previous statements about potentially shutting down the Department of Education. McMahon, who has a longstanding relationship with Trump, is expected to bring her leadership experience to the role. This nomination follows other controversial picks by Trump, including Mehmet Oz for a healthcare position and Elon Musk for a new government efficiency department.

via Deadline|
#cabinet-nomination#donald-trump#education-secretary
politics1 year ago

Trump Taps Sean Duffy for Transportation Secretary Role

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former congressman and Fox Business host Sean Duffy as the Secretary of Transportation. Duffy, a strong Trump supporter, will oversee a $110 billion budget and manage aviation, automotive, rail, and transit policies. His nomination follows Trump's trend of appointing close allies to key positions. Duffy's experience includes serving in Congress and working as a prosecutor and reality TV star. If confirmed, he will succeed Pete Buttigieg and address ongoing transportation challenges, including aviation safety and vehicle emissions regulations.

via BBC.com|
#cabinet-nomination#department-of-transportation#infrastructure
politics1 year ago

Trump Selects Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Congressman and Fox News contributor Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation. Duffy, a strong Trump supporter and former "The Real World" cast member, will face challenges such as climate change impacts on transportation and labor union threats if confirmed. He will replace current Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Trump praised Duffy's past congressional work and his family values in the announcement.

via Axios|
#cabinet-nomination#fox-news#politics
politics1 year ago

Doug Collins Tapped by Trump to Lead Veterans Affairs

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former U.S. Representative Doug Collins to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins, a close ally of Trump and a former Air Force chaplain, is known for his staunch defense of Trump during impeachment hearings and his conservative record in Congress. If confirmed, Collins will oversee an agency responsible for the care of 8.3 million veterans. His nomination is seen as noncontroversial, with supporters highlighting his military background and commitment to veterans' issues.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
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politics1 year ago

Trump's Controversial Pentagon Pick Raises Eyebrows and Concerns

Donald Trump's nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon has sparked significant backlash and concern among military officials and US allies. Critics argue that Hegseth, known for his attacks on "wokeness" and lack of experience, is unqualified for the role, potentially threatening US defense stability. The nomination reflects Trump's prioritization of loyalty in his cabinet picks, raising fears of a crisis in civil-military relations. Hegseth's confirmation faces uncertainty in the Senate, despite Republican control.

via Financial Times|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Selects Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to nominate South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security. Noem, known for her hardline stance on immigration and refusal to implement a mask mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic, would oversee a $62 billion budget and 260,000 employees if confirmed. This nomination is part of Trump's broader cabinet appointments, which include other immigration hardliners like Tom Homan and Stephen Miller.

via CBS News|
#cabinet-nomination#homeland-security#immigration