President Trump's latest personnel move is set to shake up the US Labor Department as he nominates acting Secretary Keith Sonderling for the full-time position. In a post on Truth Social, the former president highlighted Sonderling's performance as acting secretary, calling him "outstanding." Sonderling's nomination comes as the Labor Department continues to navigate key issues, including labor laws and worker protections. With a permanent appointment, Sonderling would be responsible for overseeing the department's efforts to promote job growth and protect American workers.
President Trump on Monday nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to the full-time post. “It is my Great Honor to announce that I am nominating Keith E. Sonderling, the outstanding Acting United States Secretary of Labor, to be permanent,” the president wrote on Truth Social. Sonderling said he was "deeply grateful" for Trump nominating him. ...