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Trump's GSA Pick Faces Controversy Over Qualifications

12/31/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Paul Ingrassia as Acting General Counsel of the General Services Administration (GSA), after Ingrassia withdrew his nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel.
Ingrassia has a history of inflammatory remarks, including a 'Nazi streak'.
GSA officials express skepticism about his qualifications, with some calling GSA a 'halfway house for bigots'.
Ingrassia says he has strong support, but critics, including Senate Democrats, have concerns.

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Paul Ingrassia as Acting General Counsel of the General Services Administration (GSA), after Ingrassia withdrew his nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel.
Ingrassia has a history of inflammatory remarks, including a 'Nazi streak'.
GSA officials express skepticism about his qualifications, with some calling GSA a 'halfway house for bigots'.
Ingrassia says he has strong support, but critics, including Senate Democrats, have concerns.