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| US House Speaker Johnson Praises Trump's Cabinet Picks as 'Disruptors' to Shake Up Washington |
| 2024-11-20 |
The view from Somalia. No, really — this is a staff editorial by a Garowe Online editorial page staffer. [Garowe] Amidst the fervor of forming a new administration, House Speaker Mike Johnson has endorsed President-elect Donald Trump...The cad! Twice caught beating wimmin!... 's controversial cabinet nominations, describing them as "disruptors" needed to rattle the bureaucratic norms of the nation's capital. Speaking on CNN ...formerly the Cable News Network, now who know what it might stand for... 's "State of the Union," Johnson, who is now the leading Republican voice in Congress, defended the selections that have polarized political observers. Johnson articulated his view that the appointees, though unconventional or embattled by past controversies, are precisely what the American electorate has signaled they desire in their leaders. "The American people have believed and delivered a mandate for change," he stated, insisting that these individuals were chosen "not just for their loyalty to Trump, but for their capacity to reform and revitalize the government's inner workings." His comments reflect a broader narrative within the Republican Party that seeks to distance itself from traditional Washington politics, embracing instead a more aggressive approach to governance. Critics of the picks have raised concerns over qualifications and the potential for ethical lapses, pointing to the likes of Pete Hegseth, who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct, and the polarizing figure of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., among others. As Trump prepares to take office, the discourse around his cabinet continues to reveal deep divisions. While some within the GOP and outside commend the fresh faces and outsider perspective, others fear the implications of placing individuals in key positions who may not have the necessary experience or who might bring their own set of controversies into the fold. Johnson's endorsement of the "disruptor" strategy underscores the tension between political innovation and the established governance norms, a theme that is likely to dominate discussions as Trump's administration takes shape. Related: Brendan Carr 10/22/2024 Kamala Harris's signature $42 billion effort to extend internet service to millions of Americans has connected 0 people Brendan Carr 09/29/2024 Political payback? Congress probing FCC's quick approval of radio stations to Soros group Brendan Carr 06/16/2024 Biden Has Not Connected One Person with High-Speed Internet with $42.5 Billion from Infrastructure Bill Related: Sean Duffy 11/27/2023 Rep. Mike Gallagher Says FBI and CDC Refuse to Investigate Illegal Secret CCP-Linked Biolab in California (VIDEO) Sean Duffy 10/17/2022 Dem Rep. Cleaver: ‘Once We Get out of This Recession,' We'll Have to Reduce Spending to Deal with Debt Sean Duffy 07/18/2018 Intel Chair: FBI, DOJ Obstructing Trump Probe in Hope of Dem Takeover in Congress Related: Linda McMahon 11/19/2024 President Biden asks Congress for $100B in natural disaster recovery aid Linda McMahon 11/12/2024 Trump picks Lee Zeldin for EPA, Kristi Noem for Homeland, set to select Sen. Marco Rubio to serve as secretary of state in historic appointment: report Linda McMahon 11/09/2024 Wrestling magnate Linda McMahon likely to get job in Trump admin Related: Howard Lutnick 11/07/2024 Trump backers, former officials being considered for top posts in 2nd administration Howard Lutnick 11/07/2024 MAGA stars gloat they can 'finally' admit Project 2025 will be Trump's agenda Related: Dr. Oz 11/10/2022 That Could Have Gone Better Dr. Oz 10/20/2022 Bad Medicine: Doctor Granting Fetterman Clean Bill of Health Is a Campaign Donor Dr. Oz 10/13/2022 US Supreme Court Overturns Pennsylvania Court – Rules that Ballots with Even Minor Flaws Cannot Be Counted in Elections |
| Posted by:trailing wife |
| #12 A surprising fair and well-written article. But then again, it's hard not to do a better job than the American press. |
| Posted by: Secret Master 2024-11-20 21:45 |
| #11 ^ She stocks the required equipment, almost as if that was her plan all along, amirite? |
| Posted by: Frank G 2024-11-20 18:23 |
| #10 If just being accused is tantamount to being guilty, someone should accuse Sunny of being a prostitute. See how she likes it. |
| Posted by: Rambler 2024-11-20 17:58 |
| #9 Sunny Hostin was forced to read this by network lawyers after claiming Gaetz was guilty. “Matt Gaetz has long denied all allegations, calling the claims, quote, ‘invented,’ and saying in a statement to ABC News that ‘this false smear following a three-year criminal investigation should be viewed with great skepticism,’” Hostin read. “The DOJ investigation was closed with no charges being brought.” |
| Posted by: Deacon Blues 2024-11-20 16:20 |
| #8 Interesting story on Lutnick. Never heard it before. |
| Posted by: Regular joe 2024-11-20 13:02 |
| #7 We need Johnson to be BG John Buford until Jan 20. |
| Posted by: Super Hose 2024-11-20 12:25 |
| #6 I guess hand grenades could be considered to be "disruptors". |
| Posted by: Mercutio 2024-11-20 08:38 |
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| Posted by: trailing wife 2024-11-20 07:41 |
| #4 Trump Picks Dr. Oz to Lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services |
| Posted by: Skidmark 2024-11-20 05:10 |
| #3 Paper Shredding Truck Appears Outside DOJ After Gaetz Nomination Prob routine. P.Triump agenda for DoJ is interesting though. |
| Posted by: Skidmark 2024-11-20 05:09 |
| #2 Trump taps former WWE CEO Linda McMahon to serve as education secretary |
| Posted by: Skidmark 2024-11-20 03:27 |
| #1 What's he saying in private, I wonder? |
| Posted by: Raj 2024-11-20 00:11 |