Trump said all federal diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) employees must be on paid leave before Wednesday evening. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management sent a memo on Tuesday directing heads of departments to put staff on leave and remove any websites or social media accounts related to diversity and equity, inclusion, and accessibility, by Wednesday, 5 pm. CBS … [Read more...] about Federal DEI Staff Put on Paid Leave
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Trump Shuts Down Reporter’s Question with Sharp Comeback at Press Conference
Joe Biden technically occupies the White House until January 20. He is supposedly "in control." Donald Trump already appears to be taking the reins of his presidency. Trump held a presser on Monday where he answered several questions and outlined the aspects of a "golden age", which he promised to usher in with his policies. He has already announced a … [Read more...] about Trump Shuts Down Reporter’s Question with Sharp Comeback at Press Conference
Liz Cheney Warns Donald Trump’s DOJ of Potential ‘Sanctions’ If They Pursue an Investigation Against Her
Liz Cheney, Donald Trump's new Department of Justice, threatened on Monday by claiming any action to investigate the now defunct January 6, 2016 committee would be "sanctionable behavior." In a statement released in response to Trump’s recent interview on "Meet the Press," Cheney denied that she or her colleagues had destroyed evidence. The President-elect spoke to … [Read more...] about Liz Cheney Warns Donald Trump’s DOJ of Potential ‘Sanctions’ If They Pursue an Investigation Against Her
JD Vance’s Former Army Ranger Advisor Named Secretary of the Army
Daniel P. Driscoll is JD Vance’s former law school classmate and advisor. He has been appointed by President-elect Trump to be the 27th Secretary of the Army. Driscoll is a North Carolina investment banking professional who ran unsuccessfully in the GOP primary for North Carolina's 11th District district in 2020. He was a former Army armor officer and cavalry platoon … [Read more...] about JD Vance’s Former Army Ranger Advisor Named Secretary of the Army
Trump Appoints Key Architect of Opportunity Zones to Lead WH National Economic Council
This important appointment completes the economic wing in President-elect Trump's cabinet. Kevin A. Hassett of Massachusetts has been appointed as Director of the White House National Economic Council. Kevin Hassett, my Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers played a vital role in the design and passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. He also stood by me … [Read more...] about Trump Appoints Key Architect of Opportunity Zones to Lead WH National Economic Council