Trump announces controversial cabinet picks as he prepares for presidency

theguardian.com

Donald Trump is preparing for his upcoming presidency with a series of controversial cabinet picks, including a Fox News host and an anti-vaccine activist. This rapid selection process has raised concerns about potential authoritarianism and chaos in his administration. Trump's team will include figures like Tom Homan, who will focus on mass deportations, and Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary. His administration will have fewer checks on power, with a Republican-controlled Congress and a conservative Supreme Court. Some selections, like Tulsi Gabbard for intelligence and Matt Gaetz for attorney general, have sparked significant backlash. Critics warn that these appointments could lead to extreme policies and undermine democratic norms.


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