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Trump Fires Two Female Cabinet Members Amid Approval Ratings Drop

4/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi, the second woman dismissed from his cabinet, after Kristi Noem's ouster.
Critics, including Democratic lawmakers and former Republican officials, say women are removed while male colleagues remain amid controversies.
Trump’s firings signal a shift as he grows frustrated with falling approval ratings and seeks higher standards.
There is speculation about further dismissals, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi, the second woman dismissed from his cabinet, after Kristi Noem's ouster.
Critics, including Democratic lawmakers and former Republican officials, say women are removed while male colleagues remain amid controversies.
Trump’s firings signal a shift as he grows frustrated with falling approval ratings and seeks higher standards.
There is speculation about further dismissals, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.