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#library-of-congress
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's Attempted Library of Congress Takeover Thwarted as Two of His Appointees Were Escorted Off the Premises': CBS News

Trump's attempts to appoint officials to the Library of Congress faced challenges after the abrupt firing of Dr. Carla Hayden and the escorting off premises of two appointees.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's Attempted Library of Congress Takeover Thwarted as Two of His Appointees Were Escorted Off the Premises': CBS News

Trump's attempts to appoint officials to the Library of Congress faced challenges after the abrupt firing of Dr. Carla Hayden and the escorting off premises of two appointees.
#jeanine-pirro
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Trump picks Fox News host Jeanine Pirro for interim DC US Attorney

Trump appoints Jeanine Pirro as interim US Attorney for D.C. after Ed Martin's nomination was withdrawn.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Trump Taps Judge Jeanine For Key DOJ Role After Consulting Evening Cable Lineup - Above the Law

Ed Martin's removal from the DC US Attorney search underscores a tumultuous political landscape.
Trump's appointment of Jeanine Pirro reflects ongoing controversial decision-making in the administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

It's Good TV': Chris Hayes Marvels at Jeanine Pirro's Most Unhinged Moments After Trump Appoints Her as U.S. Attorney

Trump appointed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as interim U.S. Attorney, marking another instance of his administration's ties to the network.
Major League Baseball
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Trump's Fox News pipeline shows no signs of slowing - Poynter

Fox News' connection with Donald Trump is solidified by Jeanine Pirro's appointment as interim U.S. attorney, reflecting Trump's media influence.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Trump picks Fox News host Jeanine Pirro for interim DC US Attorney

Trump appoints Jeanine Pirro as interim US Attorney for D.C. after Ed Martin's nomination was withdrawn.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Trump Taps Judge Jeanine For Key DOJ Role After Consulting Evening Cable Lineup - Above the Law

Ed Martin's removal from the DC US Attorney search underscores a tumultuous political landscape.
Trump's appointment of Jeanine Pirro reflects ongoing controversial decision-making in the administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

It's Good TV': Chris Hayes Marvels at Jeanine Pirro's Most Unhinged Moments After Trump Appoints Her as U.S. Attorney

Trump appointed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as interim U.S. Attorney, marking another instance of his administration's ties to the network.
Major League Baseball
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Trump's Fox News pipeline shows no signs of slowing - Poynter

Fox News' connection with Donald Trump is solidified by Jeanine Pirro's appointment as interim U.S. attorney, reflecting Trump's media influence.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Forces Out More Senior Justice Dept. Officials

The Trump administration's recent personnel changes at the Justice Department emphasize loyalty over experience, alarmingly undermining its independence.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump Cabinet members 2025: Patel, Rubio, Vought running multiple agencies

Trump's approach to federal appointments disrupts traditional roles, with officials holding multiple positions complicating agency operations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Appointees Fire 2,000 U.S.A.I.D. Employees and Put Others Worldwide on Leave

The Trump administration's mass layoffs at U.S.A.I.D. aim to cut foreign aid drastically.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

He Was a Conspiracy Theorist Podcaster. Trump Loved Him. Now He's the FBI's Deputy Director.

Trump's appointment of Dan Bongino to the FBI raises concerns about politicization and undermines agency professionalism.
Washington DC
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Inside Dan Bongino's Impressive Property Portfolio as Donald Trump Names Him FBI Deputy Director

Dan Bongino, a former Secret Service agent, has been appointed as FBI deputy director, raising concerns over his lack of traditional FBI experience.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Forces Out More Senior Justice Dept. Officials

The Trump administration's recent personnel changes at the Justice Department emphasize loyalty over experience, alarmingly undermining its independence.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump Cabinet members 2025: Patel, Rubio, Vought running multiple agencies

Trump's approach to federal appointments disrupts traditional roles, with officials holding multiple positions complicating agency operations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Appointees Fire 2,000 U.S.A.I.D. Employees and Put Others Worldwide on Leave

The Trump administration's mass layoffs at U.S.A.I.D. aim to cut foreign aid drastically.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

He Was a Conspiracy Theorist Podcaster. Trump Loved Him. Now He's the FBI's Deputy Director.

Trump's appointment of Dan Bongino to the FBI raises concerns about politicization and undermines agency professionalism.
Washington DC
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Inside Dan Bongino's Impressive Property Portfolio as Donald Trump Names Him FBI Deputy Director

Dan Bongino, a former Secret Service agent, has been appointed as FBI deputy director, raising concerns over his lack of traditional FBI experience.
#justice-department
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

White House Takes Highly Unusual Step of Directly Firing Line Prosecutors

The White House's sudden firing of two career prosecutors raises concerns about presidential overreach.
Left-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

A Trump-appointed Californian shakes up civil rights unit at the Justice Department

California senators demand accountability from the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division leadership over proposed systematic changes that threaten civil rights protections.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Washington DC

Weaponization czar Ed Martin quietly probed Russiagate foes for months, teases 'No limit to the targets'

US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

White House Takes Highly Unusual Step of Directly Firing Line Prosecutors

The White House's sudden firing of two career prosecutors raises concerns about presidential overreach.
Left-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

A Trump-appointed Californian shakes up civil rights unit at the Justice Department

California senators demand accountability from the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division leadership over proposed systematic changes that threaten civil rights protections.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Washington DC

Weaponization czar Ed Martin quietly probed Russiagate foes for months, teases 'No limit to the targets'

US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Trump taps MAHA influencer for surgeon general, replacing first pick

The White House withdrew Janette Nesheiwat's nomination for surgeon general, replacing her with Casey Means, prominent in the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement.
Germany news
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

Conservative journalist and publisher appointed Germany's new culture minister

Wolfram Weimer appointed as Germany's culture minister reflects conservative values, despite critiques regarding his lack of arts experience.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Anti-trans Alabama doctor appointed to HHS role formerly held by Rachel Levine has offered surgical care to transgender men

Trump has nominated Brian Christine, known for anti-trans positions, to a top federal health role previously held by Rachel Levine.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Top Lawyers, Jan. 6 Prosecutors Urge DC Court to Investigate Trump Appointee for Violations of His Oath of Office' in Scathing Letter

Ed Martin's controversial past raises red flags regarding his suitability as U.S. Attorney, prompting calls for investigation by a group of attorneys.
#house-of-lords
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

How Much Will Amy Coney Barrett Actually Stand Up to Trump?

Amy Coney Barrett's nomination was highly scripted and politically motivated, with Republican support highlighting her as a conservative female figure.
Washington DC
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

White House pulling Dave Weldon's nomination to run CDC

The White House withdrew Dave Weldon's nomination for CDC director shortly before his confirmation hearing.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Randy Mastro would be a great choice for Eric Adams' City Hall reboot

Mayor Adams is considering hiring Randy Mastro to strengthen his administration amid leadership departures and left-wing opposition.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Senate confirms Kash Patel, fierce critic of FBI, to head the bureau

Kash Patel was confirmed as FBI Director despite bipartisan concerns over his qualifications and temperament.
EU data protection
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Social Security Commissioner Reportedly Ousted After Denying Elon Musk Access to Sensitive Files'

Michelle King was ousted as acting commissioner of the SSA after denying Elon Musk's DOGE access to sensitive agency files.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

I.R.S. Commissioner to Quit as Trump Takes Office

Daniel Werfel will step down as IRS commissioner, supporting the transition to Donald Trump's administration and new nominee Billy Long.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Key takeaways as Trump nominees face US Senate confirmation hearings

Rubio markedly stated, "If we don't change course, we are going to live in the world where much of what matters to us on a daily basis... will be dependent on whether the Chinese allow us to have it or not." His strong stance positions China as a primary adversary and emphasizes the urgency for a strategic shift in US foreign policy.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

Peter Mandelson denies interest in US ambassador role in resurfaced interview

In a Newsnight interview this past July, Lord Peter Mandelson passionately denied any interest in becoming the UK's ambassador to the US, stating emphatically, "No no no no no. Everyone who knows me...knows I'm heading towards Wiltshire not Washington." His strong dismissal of the rumors raised eyebrows, especially in light of his recent appointment as the top diplomat in Washington as President-elect Donald Trump returns to office.
UK news
fromMission Local
5 months ago

Stephen Sherrill named D2 supervisor: Mayor Breed's parting shot

Sherrill, a 38-year-old who has resided in District 2 since 2016, has a notable background in the Mayor's Office of Innovation and previously worked with Bloomberg.
SF politics
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