Tag #Political Appointments

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Controversial Appointment to Cour des Comptes Sparks Legal Challenge

Following a competitive process with 150 applicants, Najat Vallaud-Belkacem was appointed as a conseiller maître to the Cour des comptes, sparking controversy and legal challenges from the Rassemblement National due to alleged political maneuvering and claims of a 'Republic of friends'.

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Ukraine's Diplomatic Reshuffle: Loyalty Trumps Experience

Ukraine has recently replaced five ambassadors, prioritizing loyalty to President Zelenskyy and his chief of staff over traditional diplomatic experience; the new appointees are tasked with securing military aid and managing financial flows.

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PSOE Leader Retains Aide Amid Corruption Scandal

Following a corruption scandal involving former PSOE secretary Santos Cerdán, President Pedro Sánchez controversially retained Juan Francisco Serrano, Cerdán's deputy, as the new secretary of Municipal Policy, despite significant internal opposition.

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Controversial Confirmation: Former Congressman Billy Long to Lead IRS

The Senate confirmed former Missouri Representative Billy Long as IRS commissioner despite Democratic concerns about his past work for a firm involved in a fraudulent tax break and campaign contributions he received after his nomination by President Trump; Long previously sponsored legislation to el...

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GOP Staffer's Neo-Nazi Ties Highlight Lack of Barriers for Extremists

Nate Hochman, a 26-year-old staffer for Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), was fired from Ron DeSantis's presidential campaign for creating a video with neo-Nazi imagery and subsequently promoted far-right conspiracy theories; his employment highlights concerns about a lack of barriers for extremists with...

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Nuñez Appointed FIU President Amidst Florida Higher Education Restructuring

Florida International University's Board of Trustees unanimously approved Jeanette Nuñez as the university's president, pending state approval; her five-year contract includes a $925,000 base salary and potential $400,000 annual bonuses, reflecting broader changes in Florida's higher education under...

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SYRIZA's Political Bureau Announces Detailed Member Responsibilities

The SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance Political Bureau announced a detailed distribution of responsibilities among its members, assigning portfolios such as economy (Nikos Pappas), health (Jenny Diamantoudi), and foreign policy (Rena Dourou), reflecting the party's internal organization and strategic prio...

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PSOE Restructures Leadership After Corruption Scandal

Following Santos Cerdán's resignation due to a corruption scandal, Rebeca Torró, former Secretary of State for Industry, was appointed as the new PSOE Secretary of Organization, assisted by three deputies, signaling a shift towards a more collegial decision-making process while maintaining Pedro Sán...

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Controversial 19-Year-Old Hired by Social Security Administration

Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old with a controversial past and ties to Elon Musk's "Doge" department, has been hired by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to improve its website functionality, raising concerns about potential security risks and the long-term consequences of Doge's influence on ...

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Major General Mai Hoang Appointed Director of Ho Chi Minh City Public Security

Major General Mai Hoang, born 1979, was appointed director of Ho Chi Minh City Public Security on June 5th, 2025, by Minister Luong Tam Quang, following a career progression marked by rapid advancement through anti-drug operations and roles in Son La and Hanoi.

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Trump Withdraws Isaacman's NASA Nomination Amidst Musk Feud

President Donald Trump withdrew Jared Isaacman's nomination to lead NASA on Saturday due to Isaacman's donations to Democrats, causing a public rift with Elon Musk who supported Isaacman; the decision was reportedly influenced by White House advisor Sergio Gor.

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Mass NSC Dismissals Signal Further Diminishment of Council's Role Under Trump

On Friday, July 7, 2024, over 100 officials at the White House National Security Council were put on administrative leave as part of a restructuring under acting National Security Advisor Marco Rubio, following the earlier dismissal of Mike Waltz, reflecting a trend of diminishing the NSC's role und...

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