19 h. ago Senate considers Michael Boren to lead Forest Service, despite clashing with agency

President Donald Trump's nominee to oversee the U.S. Forest Service has a history of clashing with the very agency that he could soon be leading.

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22 h. ago Trump seeks to reshape judiciary as first nominees face Senate

Trump seeks to reshape judiciary as first nominees face Senate  Reuters

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27 h. ago DeSantis punches back at Hope Florida controversy, likens 'lawfare' to attacks on Trump and nominees

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis labels backlash about the Hope Florida Foundation controversy as politically motivated "lawfare."

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30 h. ago Michael Boren Built an Airstrip on Protected Land. Now He Might Lead the Forest Service.

Michael Boren, nominated by President Trump, is accused of threatening trail workers with a helicopter, building an airstrip without a permit and putting a cabin on federal property.

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39 h. ago Border Officials Told Not to Attend Events Tied to Diversity in Law Enforcement

A Trump administration memo issued to border and customs officials in March further curtailed efforts to ensure a more diverse work force.

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43 h. ago Iran Sends Parliament Speaker to 'Neutralize Enemy Plans' in Venezuela

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf on Sunday vowed to stand against "global arrogance" alongside Venezuela's socialist regime during his official visit to Caracas, calling for a deepening of economic ties between the anti-U.S. regimes. The post Iran Sends Parliament Speaker to ‘Neutralize Enemy Plans’ in Venezuela appeared first on Breitbart.

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69 h. ago Trump Is Said to Have Known About NASA Nominee’s Donations Before Picking Him

President Trump withdrew his nomination of Jared Isaacman, an ally of Elon Musk, because of donations he had made to Democrats. But people with knowledge of the events say Mr. Isaacman had disclosed the contributions.

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3 d. ago Trump says he will withdraw nomination of Musk associate Jared Isaacman to lead NASA

In a post on social media late Saturday, Trump said he was withdrawing Isaacman's nomination after a "thorough review" of the tech billionaire's "prior associations."

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3 d. ago Trump withdraws Jared Isaacman’s nomination as NASA administrator

Trump withdraws Jared Isaacman’s nomination as NASA administrator  The Washington Post

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3 d. ago Trump admin pulls Jared Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator, replacement to be announced 'soon'

The Trump administration withdraws Jared Isaacman's NASA administrator nomination, citing misalignment with Trump's America First agenda.

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3 d. ago Trump admin live updates: White House drops NASA nominee with Musk ties

The White House withdrew Saturday the nomination of Jared Isaacman to become the next NASA administrator just days before his scheduled confirmation vote in the Senate.

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4 d. ago Trump, Bashing the Federalist Society, Asserts Autonomy on Judge Picks

The president has grown increasingly angry at court rulings blocking parts of his agenda, including by judges he appointed.

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4 d. ago Trump nominates official with ties to antisemitic extremists to lead ethics agency

President Trump nominated Paul Ingrassia to lead the Office of Special Counsel, a government agency that enforces ethics law and protects whistleblowers, despite Ingrassia's links to extremists.

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6 d. ago Trump nominates former defense attorney Emil Bove for federal appeals court vacancy

President Donald Trump has nominated Emil Bove to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

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9 d. ago Vets groups torch Dems for holding up key VA picks, including memorials chief, on Memorial Day

Two dozen organizations demand confirmation of Sam Brown and other Trump nominees ahead of Memorial Day

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1 week ago Exclusive — Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso: Democrats Filibustering Trump Nominees in 'Petty Partisan Tantrums'

Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY) on Thursday on the Senate floor will deliver a speech decrying Senate Democrats' historic level of obstruction in confirming President Donald Trump's nominees. The post Exclusive — Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso: Democrats Filibustering Trump Nominees in ‘Petty Partisan Tantrums’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 w. ago US Senate confirms Trump nominee Kushner to be ambassador to France

US Senate confirms Trump nominee Kushner to be ambassador to France  Reuters

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2 w. ago Trump considers former defense attorney Emil Bove for federal appeals court vacancy

Emil Bove, known for his aggressive DOJ tactics, is a potential nominee for the U.S. Court of Appeals, raising concerns over Trump's judicial appointments.

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2 w. ago Rand Paul Grills Middle East Affairs Nominee Over Lies About U.S. Troops in Syria

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) is demanding answers from Joel Rayburn, President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, over his former boss's controversial admission to lying to the president over the number of troops in Syria. The post Rand Paul Grills Middle East Affairs Nominee Over Lies About U.S. Troops in Syria appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 w. ago 3 Trump officials with ties to antisemitic extremists. And, Syria sanctions may lift

NPR has identified some Trump officials with ties to antisemitic extremists. And, why Trump's pledge to potentially lift sanctions on Syria is significant.

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