“I will not appoint someone who thinks he knows better than the president.”
As interest grows in the key personnel that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will appoint in his second administration, his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr. (pictured), revealed his ‘personnel principles’. This can be interpreted as an intention to completely exclude personnel who are likely to have a ‘different voice’ from President-elect Trump, putting their expertise and experience first. It is also seen as a statement that shows that the second Trump administration considers ‘loyalty’ as its core personnel principle.
Trump Jr., who is serving as a standing advisor to President-elect Trump’s transition committee and is actively involved in this presidential election campaign, appeared on Fox News on the 7th (local time) and said, ”(I) will be very deeply involved in this transition process.” . He continued, “I will appoint people in my father’s cabinet who do not think they know better than the duly elected president and who are real players who can accurately implement the president’s message.”
Among the people around President-elect Trump, Trump Jr. is evaluated as having had a particularly influential role in personnel matters. It is known that Trump Jr. played a significant role in President-elect Trump’s selection of Vice President-elect JD Vance as his running mate. Last month, Politico, a U.S. political media outlet, reported that Trump Jr. had already begun drawing up a ‘blacklist’ to exclude people from the second Trump administration. It is known that this includes not only people who had differences of opinion with President-elect Trump during the January 6 storming of the Capitol in 2021, but also a large number of people who are not expected to be highly loyal.
Analysis suggests that President-elect Trump’s particular emphasis on loyalty was largely due to the fact that people in key positions during the first administration later criticized him en masse. A representative figure is Mike Pence, who served as vice president when President-elect Trump was president. He has continued to make arguments against Trump, who is accused of encouraging the January 6 storming of the Capitol.
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Interview Between Time.news Editor and Political Analyst Dr. Emily Carter
Time.news Editor: Welcome, Dr. Carter! Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent statements made by Donald Trump Jr. regarding the upcoming personnel decisions in his father’s second administration.
Dr. Emily Carter: Thank you for having me! It’s a critical time in U.S. politics, and these personnel choices can have a significant impact on governance.
Editor: Indeed. Recently, Trump Jr. hinted that loyalty will be a core principle in selecting cabinet members, emphasizing that he doesn’t want anyone who thinks they know better than the president. What do you think this reveals about the Trump administration’s approach going forward?
Dr. Carter: This shows a clear intention to prioritize loyalty over diverse viewpoints and expertise. It appears they’re aiming for a more controlled environment, where dissent is minimized. This could lead to a cabinet comprised solely of people who echo Trump’s views, which might inhibit healthy debate and innovation.
Editor: Interesting point. He mentioned wanting “real players who can accurately implement the president’s message.” How does this relate to the previous administration’s dynamics?
Dr. Carter: During the first Trump administration, we saw various high-profile exits due to disagreements, particularly around the January 6 events and handling of various issues. This could explain why Trump Jr. feels the need to create what some are calling a ‘blacklist’—to ensure that only the most loyal advisors, who traditionally fall in line with the president’s agenda, are appointed.
Editor: You referenced the influence of loyalty. Critics of the past administration have highlighted moments when former officials, like Mike Pence, diverged publicly from Trump’s messaging. Can this focus on loyalty backfire?
Dr. Carter: Absolutely. While loyalty might create a short-term sense of unity within the cabinet, it risks stagnation and could alienate potential experts who prefer to offer independent, data-driven advice. Moreover, if focused solely on loyalty, the administration could miss out on valuable insights and criticism from within, potentially leading to policy blind spots.
Editor: Trump Jr. also stated he would be deeply involved in the transition process. Given his influential role so far, what might this mean for Trump’s potential appointees?
Dr. Carter: His deep involvement suggests that there might be a familial influence over appointments that go beyond typical political maneuvering. This could result in a cabinet that more closely represents Trump’s personal beliefs and those of his inner circle rather than a balanced approach that seeks to serve a broader spectrum of American interests.
Editor: It sounds like the upcoming administration may lean heavily on familiar faces and trusted allies. What do you predict will be the implications of this strategy for the broader political landscape?
Dr. Carter: If the administration continues down this path, we might see a more polarized political atmosphere, particularly if dissenting voices within the party or government are silenced or purged. This could energize opposition movements and lead to further division in Congress and among constituents. However, it might also solidify Trump’s base as they see a government that aligns with their views.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Carter, for your insights on these crucial developments. It seems the next phase of the Trump administration will be marked by a distinct approach to governance that many will be watching closely.
Dr. Carter: Thank you for having me! It’s definitely a fascinating time in politics, and the implications of these decisions will unfold over the coming months.