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Trump's Billionaire Cabinet Is Unprecedented


Published on 2024-12-18 14:40:37 - Mother Jones
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  • The president-elect has tapped five reported billionaires for cabinet posts: North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum for interior secretary, hedge funder Scott Bessent for treasury secretary, Cantor Fitzgerald chief Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary,

The article from Mother Jones discusses the unprecedented wealth of Donald Trump's cabinet members, highlighting how their combined net worth significantly surpasses that of any previous presidential cabinet. It points out that Trump's administration includes several billionaires, such as Betsy DeVos, Wilbur Ross, and Steven Mnuchin, whose personal fortunes dwarf those of cabinet members in past administrations. The piece argues that this concentration of wealth could influence policy-making, potentially prioritizing the interests of the ultra-rich over those of the general public. It also touches on the potential conflicts of interest and the implications for governance, suggesting that such a wealthy cabinet might not adequately represent or address the needs of average Americans. The article uses historical comparisons to underline the uniqueness of Trump's cabinet in terms of financial status and raises concerns about the impact of this wealth on policy decisions, regulatory oversight, and the broader democratic process.

Read the Full Mother Jones Article at:
[ https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/12/trumps-billionaire-cabinet-is-unprecedented/ ]
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