Trump’s cabinet pushes for border security funding, nominates Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor Secretary, and confirms Scott Turner (HUD) and John Ratcliffe (CIA). More confirmations ahead.
On February 11, 2025, several significant actions involving President Trump’s cabinet occurred:
- Cabinet Members Advocate for Increased Border Security Funding: Newly appointed officials, including Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Attorney General Pam Bondi, jointly requested additional resources from Congress to enhance southern border security and support large-scale deportations. They emphasized the American public’s support for strengthening border measures and restoring a lawful immigration system. foxnews.com
- Nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor: President Trump nominated Lori Chavez-DeRemer, a former Republican congresswoman from Oregon with union backing, for the position of Secretary of Labor. This nomination marks a departure from previous selections, reflecting a potential shift in the administration’s approach to labor relations. The nomination has elicited mixed reactions, with some fiscal conservatives expressing concern, while certain progressives have offered cautious praise. americamagazine.org
- Senate Confirmation Hearings for Cabinet Nominees: Several of President Trump’s cabinet nominees are undergoing confirmation hearings. Notably, Scott Turner has been confirmed as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and John Ratcliffe has been confirmed as CIA Director. Upcoming hearings include Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Secretary of Labor on February 12 and Linda McMahon for Secretary of Education on February 13. nymag.com
Bibliography:
- “Noem, Hegseth, Bondi plead with Congress for more border funding amid large-scale deportations.” Fox News, 11 Feb. 2025. foxnews.com
- “The future of the G.O.P. and the working class: What Trump’s cabinet pick for labor secretary means.” America Magazine, 11 Feb. 2025. americamagazine.org
- “Trump Cabinet Confirmation Hearings: Schedule & How to Watch.” New York Magazine, 11 Feb. 2025. nymag.com
For a visual overview of the confirmation process, you might find the following news segment informative:
