Appointments and Executive Changes

Kristi Noem to Face Questions on Immigration as Trump’s Homeland Security Pick

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The department that the South Dakota governor seeks to lead will be critical to fulfilling the incoming administration’s promises to quickly crack down on immigration.

Trump’s Housing Pick Will Face Questions to Define His Policy Stances

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Scott Turner, a former pro football player and official during the first Trump administration, will make his case to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Doug Burgum, Trump’s Pick for Interior Secretary, Gets His Confirmation Hearing

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The former North Dakota governor is expected to face sharp questions about his ties to the oil and gas industry.

Here is the latest.

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Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general, will be asked if she can stand up to Donald Trump, who has made it clear that he wants the government’s top lawyer to execute his commands.

One Question for Pam Bondi’s Confirmation Hearing: Will She Stand Up to Trump?

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Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general, will be asked if she can stand up to Donald Trump, who has made it clear that he wants the government’s top lawyer to execute his commands.

Joni Ernst Says She Will Vote to Confirm Pete Hegseth

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The Iowa Republican’s decision dramatically increases the likelihood that Mr. Hegseth will have enough votes to be confirmed as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s defense secretary.

Female Senators Grill Hegseth Over Views on Women

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President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary had a more amicable exchange with Joni Ernst, a Republican, who is considered a key vote.