US politics is embroiled in several controversies, with top stories making headlines this week. Merrick Garland’s appointment as FBI nominee was met with a lack of ammunition for Judiciary Committee Democrats to challenge the nomination.
In other news, Doug Burgum has been confirmed by the Senate as Interior Secretary in a bipartisan vote. He succeeds Deb Haaland, who prioritized solar and wind projects on federal lands.
Donald Trump has ordered an immediate review of DEI hiring practices at the FAA following a deadly air collision. The president criticized former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for prioritizing diversity over competence in hiring.
Deutsche Bank is standing firm behind its DEI practices, with CEO Christian Sewing stating that they remain integral to the company’s strategy.
Meanwhile, Israeli leader Netanyahu has chastised Hamas for putting hostages at risk during a chaotic handover. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas.
Tulsi Gabbard faced scrutiny during her DNI confirmation hearing, where she was grilled on Snowden, warrantless wiretaps, and an Assad meeting. Despite this, her path to confirmation remains narrow.
Source: https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/new-zealand-mountain-named-a-person-with-rights-and-responsibilities