Articles for tag: Controversy, Nomination, Trump

Govind Tekale

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Neil Jacobs’ Sharpiegate Scandal and Trump’s Nomination for NOAA Chief Spark Widespread Controversy

President Trump wants Neil Jacobs to lead NOAA, America’s main weather and ocean research agency. This choice has sparked debate because of Jacobs’ past involvement in changing weather forecasts to match Trump’s claims. Jacobs brings real scientific knowledge to the job. He’s a weather scientist who’s worked on making forecasts more accurate. Currently, he serves ...

Govind Tekale

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Trump Nominates Olivia Trusty to FCC, Securing GOP Majority

President-elect Donald Trump announced Olivia Trusty as his nominee for FCC Commissioner, positioning the Senate Commerce Committee policy director to help shape communications policy. The appointment would establish a Republican 3-2 majority at the regulatory agency. Trusty brings significant Capitol Hill experience to the role. She currently serves as policy director on the Senate Committee ...