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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Mehmet Oz: From TV to Government Health Role

Former TV personality Dr. Mehmet Oz has been tapped by President Trump to lead a major health agency. This surprising move shifts Dr. Oz from the screen to the center of government health policy. Known widely for his popular TV show, Oz is now tasked with overseeing health coverage for the entire na

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Who's Next for Treasury Secretary? Meet Scott Bessent

Ever wondered who might be the next Treasury Secretary? Enter Scott Bessent, a bigwig from the finance world. You might know him as the former chief investment officer at Soros Fund Management. Trump's picked him, even though they haven't officially announced it yet. Why Bessent? Well, he's been giv

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

What's Next for Matt Gaetz?

Former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz has decided not to return to Congress next year. He shared this news in an interview with Charlie Kirk. Gaetz had previously been considered for the role of Attorney General by President-elect Donald Trump, but he withdrew from that possibility. Recently, Gae

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump's Choice for Ag Chief: Kelly Loeffler

Kelly Loeffler, briefly a Georgia senator, is likely to be offered the role of Agriculture Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump. She’ll meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate this Friday. Loeffler has been a strong supporter of Trump’s, raising millions for his campaign. She’s also co-chairing

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Trump Picks Loyal Ally Pam Bondi for Attorney General after Gaetz Withdraws

President-elect Donald Trump has selected former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. This decision came after his first choice, Matt Gaetz, backed out following an investigation into sex trafficking allegations against him. Bondi has been a strong supporter of Trump an

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Trump's Pick for OMB: Russ Vought and His Plan for Federal Layoffs

President Trump is reportedly set to appoint Russ Vought, a former Office of Management and Budget (OMB) director, to lead the agency again. Vought, who played a key role in Trump's deregulatory agenda and controversial Schedule F plan, has a vision for the federal workforce that includes large-scal

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Trump's Hush Money Case: Sentencing Paused, Immunity Decision Pending

The judge in Donald Trump's criminal hush money case has hit the brakes on sentencing, originally set for next week. It's like pressing pause on a movie you're not sure you want to finish watching. The judge also agreed to delay his decision on presidential immunity. Trump's legal team requested mor

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Nov 22 2024BUSINESS

Trump's Social Media Firm Eyes Crypto Exchange Bakkt

President-elect Donald Trump's social media company is in late-stage talks to buy Bakkt, a cryptocurrency trading platform. This news, reported by the Financial Times, sent both companies' stocks soaring. Trump Media's stock jumped 16%, hitting $32, while Bakkt's stock skyrocketed 162%, trading at $

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Senate Deal: More Biden Judges Confirmed, Appeals Nominees Left Out

In a late-night agreement, Senate leaders have struck a deal that will allow Democrats to confirm several of President Joe Biden's district court nominees. This deal comes with a trade-off: the four pending appeals court nominees will not get a vote. Some liberal activists are upset, fearing that th

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Nikki Haley Voices Concerns Over Trump's Cabinet Choices

Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, has spoken out against two of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks. She criticized the choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Health and Human Services Department, noting his lack of healthcare experience and his pa

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