Trump News for Thursday, November 14, 2024
25 articles
Sort

Trump picks former congressman Doug Collins as secretary of veterans affairs
The Indian Express
As a former congressman representing Georgia's 9th district from 2013 to 2021, Collins has a deep understanding of veterans' issues.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:59 PM

Charlemagne Tha God questions White House's reaction to Trump
The Hill
Radio host Charlamagne tha God criticized President Biden for welcoming President-elect Trump to the White House for a transition meeting Wednesday. “I just don’t understand the White House visit. Now granted, you know, I’m glad it’s a peaceful transition of power, but what happened to the ‘threat of democracy’ talk? What happened to the ‘fascist’…
Nov 14, 2024, 11:59 PM

Jay Clayton's Unconventional Path to Manhattan's Top Prosecutor
Devdiscourse
Donald Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC Chairman, as Manhattan's top federal prosecutor. Known for his consensus-driven approach, Clayton's lack of criminal law experience raises questions. Yet, his reputation for respecting the rule of law may quiet opposition. Clayton previously led SEC actions against cryptocurrency firms, including a high-profile case against Ripple.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:58 PM

Tech leaders recommend colleagues for Trump’s cabinet
TechCrunch
Some tech investors and executives have been trying to influence the incoming Trump administration to appoint Silicon Valley insiders for cabinet
Nov 14, 2024, 11:56 PM
Anthony Albanese seeks to exploit Donald Trump's climate plans in the hope billions will flow to Australia
ABC News
The prime minister will use a week-long trip to South America to pitch Australia as a safe and reliable country to invest in, especially if the incoming US president follows through on his climate threats.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:55 PM

Hedge funds bet on Tesla, banks and other 'Trump trades' in Q3
New York Post
Hedge funds piled into bets on financial stocks, Tesla shares and a prison operator in the third quarter, filings showed, ahead of a rally that followed Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:54 PM

Trump taps RFK Jr to lead Health and Human Services
The Hill
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Trump taps RFK Jr to lead Health and Human Services President-elect Trump has picked environmental lawyer and vaccine-skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). © Morry Gash, Associated Press…
Nov 14, 2024, 11:53 PM

Trump's win put DEI on life support- now he'll pull the plug
New York Post
Donald Trump's win, driven by a multi-racial, multi-ethnic, multi-religious coalition, showed that divisive diversity, equity and inclusion policies are widely unpopular — and he intends to dismantle them.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:52 PM

Pete Hegseth's Chance of Getting Confirmed, Betting Odds Show
Newsweek
Donald Trump nominated the Fox News host as the next secretary of defense earlier this week.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:49 PM

Will Trump's win finally break Democrats from the fever they've been living in?
New York Post
Celeb-spotters at the nation’s airports have been disappointed this past week.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:47 PM

RFK Jr condemned as ‘clear and present danger’ after Trump nomination
The Guardian
Nominee for health secretary decried as ‘vaccine denier and conspiracy theorist … this is going to cost lives’
Nov 14, 2024, 11:45 PM

Trump's High-Impact Picks for Key Administration Roles
Devdiscourse
President-elect Donald Trump has announced a series of notable appointments for his cabinet and other top roles, focusing on key areas including defense, intelligence, and health. These selections include notable figures such as Marco Rubio, Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard, and Pete Hegseth, highlighting policy directions and political alignments.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:43 PM

Trump rewards legal defense team, picks lawyer Todd Blanche as No. 2 Justice official
WDIV ClickOnDetroit
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Todd Blanche, an attorney who led the legal team that defended the Republican at his hush money criminal trial, to serve as the second-highest ranking Justice Department official.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:41 PM

Trump picks Doug Collins to serve as Veterans Affairs secretary
Cable News Network
President-elect Donald Trump has announced former congressman Doug Collins as his pick to run the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:40 PM

Trump tests GOP with controversial Cabinet picks
The Hill
President-elect Trump is quickly testing the will of Senate Republicans, asking them to back controversial picks to his Cabinet such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), while at the same time demanding they give him more power by easing recess appointments. His dual calls essentially demand loyalty from GOP senators to…
Nov 14, 2024, 11:36 PM

The Battle Over EV Tax Credits: Tesla's Advantage Amid Political Shifts
Devdiscourse
The Trump transition team plans to remove the $7,500 EV tax credit, a move that could hurt legacy automakers more than Tesla. While Tesla experiences stock volatility, other EV makers face significant challenges. Debates ensue about the broader impact on the U.S. auto industry amid fears of increased foreign competition.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:35 PM

Trump Stirs Controversy with Kennedy's Health Role Appointment
Devdiscourse
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Doug Collins to head the Department of Veterans Affairs and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy's nomination, known for his anti-vaccine stance, raises concerns among health experts. Trump emphasizes a plan to 'Make America Healthy Again.'
Nov 14, 2024, 11:34 PM

Trump Nominates Doug Collins for Veterans Affairs
Devdiscourse
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate former Representative Doug Collins as the secretary of veterans affairs. Collins, who served in Congress and currently serves as a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, will advocate for servicemembers and military families.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:34 PM

Trump picks his lawyer Todd Blanche for deputy attorney general
The Indian Express
Trump has also appointed Emil Bove, another member of his legal team, as principal associate deputy attorney general and acting deputy attorney general.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:32 PM

Latino advocates grapple with Hispanic vote shift after Trump election win
NBC News
A group of Democratic-leaning advocates say their polling shows that Trump did not win a majority of Latino men and that Latinos still support progressive policies.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:24 PM

Donald Trump Taps Lawyers Who Defended Him In Hush Money Case For Top Justice Department Roles
Deadline
Todd Blanche and Emil Bove would have top positions at the DOJ.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:23 PM

Aaron Dimmock mulls over run for Matt Gaetz's Florida House seat
The Hill
Aaron Dimmock, who unsuccessfully challenged former Rep. Matt Gaetz in this year’s Republican primary for Florida’s 1st Congressional District, is considering a run for the seat again now that President-elect Trump’s shock pick for attorney general has resigned. “I am taking a serious look at it and have already received numerous calls from constituents imploring…
Nov 14, 2024, 11:21 PM

🌏 Here come the Trump tariffs
Quartz India
Plus: Super Micro Computer has a super major problem.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:20 PM

Trump picks ex-Georgia congressman Doug Collins for Veterans Affairs secretary
New York Post
President-elect Donald Trump tapped a longtime ally for his cabinet Thursday, nominating former congressman Doug Collins to lead the Veterans Affairs department.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:19 PM

Trump Appoints Legal Team: Blanche Named Deputy AG
Devdiscourse
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed his attorney, Todd Blanche, as deputy attorney general. Blanche, who previously managed Trump's legal defense, is undergoing Senate confirmation. Alongside Blanche, Trump named Emil Bove as principal associate deputy attorney general and acting deputy attorney general.
Nov 14, 2024, 11:17 PM