Trump Nominates Brooke Rollins as Agriculture Secretary Amidst Cabinet Reshuffle
November 23, 2024Susie Wiles has been appointed Chief of Staff, having previously served as a senior advisor during Trump's 2024 campaign.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated for Health and Human Services, aims to implement changes to school meal standards, which will require coordination with the USDA.
Trump's agriculture policies, which may include widespread tariffs, could significantly impact farmers, as seen during his first presidency when he provided aid to those affected by retaliatory tariffs.
Mike Huckabee was nominated as Ambassador to Israel, reflecting Trump's pro-Israel policies and stance against groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.
Rollins, who co-founded the AFPI in 2021, has a background as an aide to former Texas Governor Rick Perry and possesses experience in litigation and think tank leadership.
The USDA, established in 1862, plays a crucial role in administering support programs for farmers and overseeing federal nutrition initiatives for low-income families.
Donald Trump has nominated Brooke Rollins, the president of the America First Policy Institute, to serve as Secretary of Agriculture.
Prior to Rollins' nomination, Trump had considered former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler for the Secretary of Agriculture position, recognizing her support as co-chair of his inaugural committee.
After Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for Attorney General amid controversy, Trump quickly nominated Pam Bondi, a staunch supporter throughout his presidency.
Marco Rubio, once a critic, has become an ally and was appointed Secretary of State, known for his hardline positions on China, Cuba, and Iran.
Trump has swiftly filled key cabinet positions with loyal allies, including Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, amidst ongoing legal challenges.
Sebastian Gorka, appointed as a White House advisor on counter-terrorism, has faced scrutiny over alleged ties to a Hungarian neo-Nazi organization, which he has denied.
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The Guardian • Nov 23, 2024
Trump picks Brooke Rollins to lead Department of AgricultureBBC News • Nov 24, 2024
Nominee for agriculture secretary completes Trump cabinetLos Angeles Times • Nov 24, 2024
Trump taps Rollins as Agriculture chief, completing proposed slate of Cabinet secretaries - Los Angeles Times