5 Takeaways From the Hearing for Trump’s Joint Chiefs Chairman Pick
Democrats seemed to view Lt. Gen. Dan Caine as perhaps the best possible option, under the circumstances. Republicans embraced him.
Appointments and Executive Changes
Dr. Oz ‘Disavows’ Support for Transgender Care, Allaying a Senator’s Concerns
Senator Josh Hawley, a Republican, pressed Dr. Oz on transgender care and abortion, and now says he will vote for the physician’s confirmation to become head of Medicare and Medicaid.
Top FDA Vaccine Official Resigns, Citing Kennedy’s ‘Misinformation and Lies’
Dr. Peter Marks, a veteran of the agency, wrote that undermining confidence in vaccines is irresponsible and a danger to public health.
Trump Asks Stefanik to Withdraw Bid to Be U.N. Ambassador
The president said he wanted the New York Republican to stay in Congress to bolster the party’s slim House margin and protect her seat.
Frank Bisignano, Trump’s Pick to Lead Social Security Administration, Faces Senators
Frank Bisignano is expected to face questions about the White House’s plans for the agency, which supplies monthly benefits to 73 million people and normally moves slowly.
Trump to Nominate Susan Monarez to Lead C.D.C.
Currently the agency’s acting director, Dr. Monarez would be the first nonphysician to head the agency in more than 50 years.
Law in Mahmoud Khalil’s Case Was Once Struck Down — by Trump’s Sister
Judge Maryanne Trump Barry ruled that the law invoked against Mr. Khalil violated the Constitution by giving unfettered discretion to the secretary of state.
Fannie Mae Regulator Puts 35 Workers on Leave
The National Treasury Employees Union said there had been no advance notice for the employees, who work in consumer protection, equal opportunity and research units.
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Regulator Puts 35 Workers on Leave
The National Treasury Employees Union said there had been no advance notice for the employees, who work in consumer protection, equal opportunity and research units.
Touring Kennedy Center, Trump Mused on His Childhood ‘Aptitude for Music’
The president, who recently took over Washington’s major performing arts center, reportedly said that he had not been encouraged to develop his musical talents.