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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Trump’s Cabinet and Staffing Selections | Libertarian: Richard Epstein | Hoover Institution

Libertarian

CHAPTER

Scrutinizing Key Appointments

This chapter examines the controversial appointments within the current administration, including Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security and Stephen Miller as Deputy Chief of Staff. The speakers express concerns over the lack of experience and independent thought in these roles, particularly regarding immigration and military policies. They further analyze the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency and the qualifications of nominees for critical positions like Director of National Intelligence and Attorney General, highlighting anxieties over their impact on government effectiveness.

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