Meet the extraordinary individuals who shaped Donald Trump’s presidency, from seasoned politicians to newcomers with unconventional backgrounds.
Donald Trump’s cabinet was a diverse group of individuals who served under his presidency from 2017 to 2021. The team included both seasoned politicians and newcomers to the world of politics.
One of the most notable appointments was that of Steve Bannon, a former businessman and advisor to President-elect Trump. ‘We’re going to build a wall,’ Bannon said, ‘and Mexico’s going to pay for it.’ Bannon served as the chief strategist for the White House, but his tenure was short-lived due to controversy surrounding his statements on white nationalism.
Steve Bannon is an American media executive, politician, and former White House Chief Strategist.
Born on November 27, 1953, he rose to prominence as the CEO of Breitbart News Network.
He served as Donald Trump's campaign chairman during the 2016 presidential election.
Bannon was appointed as White House Chief Strategist in 2017 but left the position after eight months.
His tenure was marked by controversy and criticism for his nationalist and populist views.
Another significant appointment was Reince Priebus, who became the first Republican Speaker of the House since 1929. However, he resigned in August 2017 after a public feud with Trump.
The Science Advocate
In 2017, Trump appointed Scott Pruitt as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ‘I’m a fossil fuels guy,’ Pruitt said, ‘and I think we need to get back to that.’ Pruitt was a strong advocate for rolling back environmental regulations, which sparked controversy among environmentalists and scientists.
Scott Pruitt served as the 14th Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency from 2017 to 2018.
Prior to his appointment, he was the Attorney General of Oklahoma from 2011 to 2017.
During his tenure at EPA, he implemented policies that rolled back several environmental regulations, including those related to climate change and clean water.
He also faced criticism for his handling of ethics concerns and his personal expenses as Administrator.
The Law Enforcement Leader
Trump’s cabinet also included Jeff Sessions, who served as Attorney General from 2017 to 2018. However, he resigned in November 2018 after facing criticism over his handling of the Russia investigation.
Another notable appointment was Rudy Giuliani, who became Trump’s personal attorney and played a key role in the president’s defense during the impeachment inquiry.
The Family Ties
One of the most surprising appointments was that of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who joined the EPA as a special advisor on environmental issues. However, his tenure was short-lived due to controversy surrounding his views on vaccine safety.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an American environmental attorney, author, and advocate for children's health.
He is the son of Senator Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of President John F. Kennedy.
Kennedy has written extensively on environmental issues, including vaccines and public health.
He serves as the founder and chairman of Children's Health Defense, a non-profit organization focused on vaccine safety and autism research.
Kennedy has received numerous awards for his work, including the Gorbachev Award and the LennonOno Grant for Peace.
The Outsider
Trump’s cabinet also included several individuals with no prior experience in government or politics. One notable example is Sean Duffy, who served as the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from 2017 to 2018. Duffy was a former congressman and reality TV star, best known for his appearance on the MTV show ‘Real World: Boston.’
