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Trump's Cabinet: Loyalty Over Experience Sparks Controversy

5/12/2025

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Donald Trump's second-term Cabinet is a striking lineup of former Fox News stars, chosen more for their unwavering loyalty than their public service credentials. With Jeanine Pirro as U.S. Attorney, Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, and Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, this administration prioritizes allegiance over experience, raising eyebrows about its direction.

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Donald Trump's second-term Cabinet is a striking lineup of former Fox News stars, chosen more for their unwavering loyalty than their public service credentials. With Jeanine Pirro as U.S. Attorney, Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, and Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, this administration prioritizes allegiance over experience, raising eyebrows about its direction.