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Trump's Labor Nominee Faces Controversy Over January 6 Ties

8/19/2025

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E. J. Antoni, nominated by Trump for the Bureau of Labor Statistics, previously had a Twitter account promoting election denial and violence.
An NBC investigation found Antoni was present near the Capitol during the January 6 riot, but he was deemed a "bystander."
Critics, including conservative economist Dave Herbert, challenge Antoni's economic knowledge and qualifications.

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Story summary

E. J. Antoni, nominated by Trump for the Bureau of Labor Statistics, previously had a Twitter account promoting election denial and violence.
An NBC investigation found Antoni was present near the Capitol during the January 6 riot, but he was deemed a "bystander."
Critics, including conservative economist Dave Herbert, challenge Antoni's economic knowledge and qualifications.