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‘Yes, America, we have a pope named Bob': Chris Hayes on Pope Leo XIV

All In with Chris Hayes

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Media and Political Appointments in the Trump Era

This chapter explores Janine Pirro's appointment as acting U.S. attorney for D.C., emphasizing her ties to Trump and her media background. It contrasts her elevation to office with the controversial withdrawal of Ed Martin's nomination, questioning the qualifications of appointees in relation to their media visibility. The discussion highlights the implications of prioritizing media presence over substantive experience in key governmental roles within the Trump administration.

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