Trump News for Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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Gaetz is not the only Trump nominee who faces ‘danger’ in confirmation: Tiana Lowe Doescher
Washington Examiner
Rep. Matt Gaetz's (R-FL) nomination for AG has stirred much controversy and doubt, in addition to that of RFK Jr., who was tapped for HHS secretary.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:55 PM
Trump's Health Policy Picks Stir Controversy: OMB, FDA, and More
Devdiscourse
Donald Trump is planning to appoint Russell Vought as director of the Office of Management and Budget. Additionally, Trump is likely to choose Martin Makary for the FDA. Meanwhile, Bill Hwang was sentenced for financial fraud, and calls for higher pilot retirement age surface. Other legal proceedings and charges continue amidst Trump's transition.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:52 PM
U.S. House Republicans reject releasing investigative report on Matt Gaetz -- for now
The Dallas Morning News
ouse Ethics Committee Republicans voted Wednesday against releasing the panel’s long-running investigation into President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for...
Nov 20, 2024, 11:47 PM
Makary Set to Lead America's Most Powerful Drug Regulator
Devdiscourse
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to nominate Johns Hopkins surgeon Martin Makary to head the FDA. Makary, known for his views on natural immunity and opposition to COVID vaccine mandates, could bring unconventional changes to the influential agency responsible for overseeing drugs, food safety, and medical devices.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:42 PM
Mexico's First Female President Aims for Diplomatic Balance with Trump
Devdiscourse
Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, plans to collaborate constructively with President-elect Donald Trump on reducing migration while advocating for humanitarian policies. She aims to propose a strategy addressing root causes of migration, maintaining strong U.S.-Mexico relations, and countering potential trade tensions.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:39 PM
Trump's Director of National Intelligence Appointee Tulsi Gabbard Is on Terror Watchlist?
Snopes.com
Gabbard herself has claimed the U.S. government placed her on a "secret terror watchlist."
Nov 20, 2024, 11:33 PM
Linda McMahon, Trump's Education Secretary Pick, Named In Sex Abuse Lawsuit
The Huffington Post
Educators are sounding the alarm about Donald Trump’s choice to put the former WWE chief executive at the helm of public education.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:30 PM
Trump names loyalist Matthew Whitaker as NATO ambassador
manilastandard.net
President-elect Donald Trump, who has long criticized NATO as overly reliant on American money, on Wednesday nominated loyalist Matthew Whitaker to the
Nov 20, 2024, 11:30 PM
Should you make major purchases before Trump's tariffs?
Salon
Tariffs will likely lead to price increases, though by how much remains unclear
Nov 20, 2024, 11:29 PM
Ethical Dilemma: Gaetz's Controversial Nomination
Devdiscourse
A congressional ethics panel is deadlocked on whether to release a report on alleged sexual misconduct by Matt Gaetz. The controversy centers on his nomination by President-elect Trump for attorney general. The Ethics Committee remains divided, and Gaetz's confirmation hangs in the balance.
Nov 20, 2024, 11:28 PM