Biden Cabinet member lawyers up as GOP threatens impeachment
Mayorkas and DHS have hired a law firm that helped House Democrats in their impeachment effort of then-President Donald Trump.
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Judge orders top Trump administration officials answer for family seperation policy
Jeff Sessions and Kirstjen Nielsen had "unique personal knowledge of their own intent" in migrant family seperation
Salon by Salon
Trump names Susie Wiles as first-ever female chief of staff
President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the defacto manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff, the first woman to hold the influential role.
New York Daily News by New York Daily News
Susie Wiles faces big challenges as Trump’s first chief of staff
The second Trump administration is beginning to populate, with the president-elect appointing a border czar, nominating an ambassador to the United Nations and choosing a leader of the Environmental Protection Agency. But the most important appointment President-elect Trump has made so far is his first — Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff.…
The Hill by The Hill
Trump names William McGinley to key White House counsel post
President-elect Donald Trump named William "Bill" McGinley to serve as his White House counsel Tuesday, filling a critical role inside the West Wing.
New York Post by New York Post
Who is Rep. Matt Gaetz, the Florida congressman Donald Trump picked to serve as attorney general?
In picking Rep. Matt Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general, President-elect Donald Trump is looking to install a fierce loyalist who has been seen as divisive even within his
Toronto Star by Toronto Star
Trump's High-Impact Picks for Key Administration Roles
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.
Devdiscourse by Devdiscourse
Trump tests GOP with controversial Cabinet picks
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…
The Hill by The Hill
Turbulence at the Pentagon: Hegseth's Chaotic Reign
Pete Hegseth, U.S. defense secretary, faces turmoil at the Pentagon with accusations of leaking sensitive information. Former loyal aides are dismissed amid a controversial shake-up to implement Trump's agenda. Critics argue that Hegseth's actions create chaos, while the White House continues to support him.
Devdiscourse by Devdiscourse
Trump nominates Mike Waltz for UN envoy in national security team switch-up
The president has said that Marco Rubio, the secretary of state, will replace Mr Waltz as acting adviser.
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'They did not know': Trump reportedly blindsided his own team - and left them 'scrambling'
While media reports were going around about Donald Trump ousting his national security adviser, there was reportedly "behind-the-scenes" confusion about who would take over the role.CNN White House reporter Alayna Treene said on Saturday that she was told by people inside the White House that "they ...
Raw Story by Raw Story
Nominee Drama: Jared Isaacman's Abrupt Exit As NASA Administrator Pick
The White House withdrew Jared Isaacman, a Musk ally, as its nominee for NASA administrator, with President Trump set to announce a new candidate. Involved in a controversial shift in focus towards Mars, Isaacman's removal left many in the space industry surprised and Musk reportedly disappointed.
Devdiscourse by Devdiscourse
White House to announce new NASA chief candidate
The White House said Saturday it will announce a replacement candidate to serve as U.S. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead NASA, indicating it will withdraw the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman.
CP24 Toronto by CP24 Toronto
White House Set to Announce New NASA Administrator Nominee
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a new nominee for NASA administrator after withdrawing support for the initial choice, Jared Isaacman. The White House has emphasized the importance of the nominee aligning with President Trump's America First agenda, with further details to follow.
Devdiscourse by Devdiscourse
Trump Pushes for Immigration Crackdown in Cabinet Meeting
During a cabinet meeting, President Trump emphasized a hardline stance on immigration, vowing to deport criminals and secure the border, as protests erupted nationwide.
Fox News by Jane Smith
Trump’s Cabinet Meeting Focuses on Border Security
In a June 8 cabinet meeting, Trump outlined plans to strengthen border security, linking immigration raids to national safety amid growing protests.
Politico by David Cohen
The Trump admin is struggling to hire staff for this key official
The search for new hires has been difficult, as three people have already turned down potential positions to work for the official.
MassLive.com by Adam Bass
Senator Alex Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Event in L.A., Slammed to Ground and Handcuffed
Padilla was shoved face-down in a hallway, handcuffed, and temporarily detained.
Time by Nik Popli
DHS vows immigration raids will continue as resistance mounts
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said the Trump administration will continue to build up its deportation operation in Los Angeles. Nationwide protests are planned for this weekend.
NPR by Adrian Florido
Padilla pushes back against Noem's claim he barged into news conference
California Sen. Alex Padilla continued to defend himself Friday and refute the claims that he crashed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference.
ABC News by Ivan Pereira
Noem Announces Military Will ‘Liberate’ LA From Democracy, Then Watches Security Throw Senator To Ground
Editor’s Note: As I was getting this article ready to publish, a judge granted California a Temporary Restraining Order against the deployment of the National Guard. We’ll have a separate write up of that later. When the Secretary of Homeland Security announc…
Techdirt by Mike Masnick
Dan Bongino Might Quit FBI as ‘Epstein Files’ Scandal Boils Over: Reports
One source told Axios "he ain't coming back."
Gizmodo.com by Matt Novak
'Creepy' flirty comment to Bondi...
'Creepy' flirty comment to Bondi... (First column, 7th story, link) Related stories:Trump 'fires' Fed board member Lisa Cook... SHE SUES THE DON... DEVELOPING... 'Uncharted Waters': President's Attempt to Take Charge of Fed... The Don…
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Trump and Zelenskyy to meet. And, John Bolton indicted for mishandling classified info
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump meet today to discuss Ukraine's request for long-range missiles. And, John Bolton indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information.
NPR by Brittney Melton
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA
President Donald Trump has once again picked tech billionaire Jared Isaacman to be the next NASA Administrator, five months after pulling the initial nomination he made last year. Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally and commercial astronaut who has travelled into orb…
The Verge by Jess Weatherbed
Did Donald Trump fall asleep at a cabinet meeting?
And why is Pete Hegseth blaming the “fog of war”?
BBC News
NASA’s Next Chief, Jared Isaacman, Gives Answers in Senate Grilling
Jared Isaacman—the presumptive next leader of NASA—answered questions about his plans for the future of U.S. space exploration on Wednesday
Scientific American by Dan Vergano
Watch live: US Senate vote to appoint Jared Isaacman as head of NASA today
The U.S. Senate will hold its second hearing to consider billionaire tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman's nomination for NASA chief on Wednesday (Dec. 3), and you can watch the action live.
Space.com by jdinner@space.com (Josh Dinner) , Josh Dinner
FCC Boss Brendan Carr Showcases How He’s A Shameless Liar And Opportunist In Testimony Before Congress
FCC boss Brendan Carr was dragged before Congress this week for some light questioning about his repeated, often-illegal abuses of FCC power. It was the first time the FCC has had to appear before Congress in five years, and the questioning, unsurprisingly, m…
Techdirt by Karl Bode
WATCH: Notorious CIA traitor Aldrich Ames dies in federal prison
Aldrich Ames, the former CIA agent turned Russian asset, died in a federal prison in Maryland, according to a Bureau of Prisons spokesperson. He was 84.
ABC News by ABC News
Cabinet 'scared to take them off'...
Cabinet 'scared to take them off'... (First column, 2nd story, link) Related stories:Rubio Mocked for Oversized Shoes After Trump Gifts Footwear...
Themirror.com by Somaiyah Hafeez, Jack Hobbs
Sen. Mullin faces confirmation hearing to lead Homeland Security Department
Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin faces questions from his fellow senators at his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security,
NPR by Ximena Bustillo
Trump interrupts a Cabinet meeting dealing with the Iran war and rising prices to talk Sharpies
President Donald Trump may believe the adage that the pen is mightier than the sword — as long as it's a Sharpie. During a Cabinet meeting Thursday that...
Yahoo Entertainment by WILL WEISSERT
Judge Boots DOJ Prosecutor From Courtroom, Demands To Know Who’s Actually Calling The Shots
This judge ain’t fucking around. Earlier this month, we covered New Jersey federal judge Zahid Qurashi’s response to the actions of Trump’s DOJ, which begins with lots of illegal appointments of prosecutors and runs right through these prosecutors’ inability …
Techdirt by Tim Cushing
AP Photographer Recounts Cabinet Meeting and Getting Photos of Trump’s Sharpies
An Associated Press photographer has recounted how he captured President Trump's first Cabinet meeting since the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran. [Read More]
PetaPixel by Matt Growcoot
Pete Hegseth Blocks Promotions in Middle of War for Dumbest Reason
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s rampant racism and sexism extends farther than we previously knew. Hegseth has made efforts to block or delay the promotion of more than one dozen female and Black officers across the Army, Air Force, Navy, and the Marines, ac…
The New Republic by Edith Olmsted
Trump is considering more changes to his Cabinet in the coming weeks
In his first year back in the White House, President Donald Trump avoided using his famous “You’re fired” phrase when it came to members of his Cabinet.
NBC News by Matt Dixon
Trump Braces for Humiliating Revelations as Major Split on Iran Leaks
Top members of President Donald Trump’s cabinet were at each other’s throats over war with Iran right up until the moment the president hit the big red...
Daily Beast by Will Neal
Fed nominee Warsh’s financial disclosures point to assets well over $100m
Warsh's financial disclosures will almost certainly be a focus of his upcoming confirmation hearing next week.
Al Jazeera English by Al Jazeera
Susie Wiles Told the Cabinet to Quit Traveling Abroad
Politico revealed that during a private Cabinet meeting in February, Wiles told officials that overseas travel should be only done when “absolutely necessary."
Jezebel by Danielle Han
Donald Trump’s Spring Cleaning
The exact reasons are often left vague and the successors to be determined, but people are leaving the Administration—including three Cabinet secretaries.
The New Yorker by Benjamin Wallace-Wells
Lutnick to be questioned over Epstein relationship before House Oversight Committee
He is the first Trump Cabinet official to face the House Oversight Committee.
Abcnews.com by Peter Charalambous
Acting AG Todd Blanche faces questions on $1.7 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing questions Tuesday on the $1.776 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund."
Abcnews.com by Alexander Mallin, Luke Barr
Bolivian president to reshuffle cabinet amid anti-government protests
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz is under pressure from protests against his government and poor economic conditions.
Al Jazeera English by Al Jazeera
Gabbard resigns as national intelligence director citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Gabbard is the latest in a series of Cabinet officials to leave the Trump administration.
NPR by Franco Ordoñez
Trump expected to hold Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Wednesday
President Donald Trump is expected to hold a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Wednesday, a White House official confirmed to ABC News.
Abcnews.com by Nicholas Kerr, Katherine Faulders
Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise
Trump's words are no longer reliable indicators of policy, but Cabinet members are speaking volumes.
Salon by Kevin Maloney
Trump administration killed criminal investigation of GOP senator’s coal companies
DOJ put pressure on a probe into potential criminal violations of Justice's vast coal empire.
Salon by Molly Redden, Avi Asher-Schapiro
Trump picks Jay Clayton for director of national intelligence
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday a new permanent pick to head the Office of the Director of National Intelligence: Jay Clayton.
Abcnews.com by ABC NEWS
Trump nominates top SDNY prosecutor to key national intelligence post
File photo of U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton, top prosecutor in the influential Southern District of New York, who has been nominated by President Trump to lead the national intelligence agency. Jay Clayton has also served as chairman of the Securities and Exch…
Gothamist by Samantha Max
Nominee for DOJ watchdog says violence on January 6 wasn’t an ‘attack’ on the Capitol
President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Justice Department’s internal watchdog office repeatedly refused in his confirmation hearing to use the word “at...
CNN by Tierney Sneed, CNN
Supreme Court says Fed’s Cook can keep her job for now, but it upholds other Trump firings
The Supreme Court on Monday dramatically expanded presidential power, upholding President Donald Trump’s firings of the heads of independent federal agencies...
Yahoo Entertainment by MARK SHERMAN
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, replaces PM Svyrydenko
Yulia Svyrydenko to step down amid government shake-up aimed at prioritising foreign policy and security goals.
Al Jazeera English by Al Jazeera Staff