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June 29, 2026

Trump Nominates Keith Sonderling as Permanent Labor Secretary Amid Ongoing Investigations of Predecessor

  • President Trump has nominated Keith Sonderling as Labor Secretary, elevating him from acting director, with Senate confirmation pending.
  • Sonderling has a history of leadership roles in the Trump administration and has taken a strong stance against unemployment fraud.
  • Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned amid multiple investigations into misconduct, including abuse of power and creating a hostile work environment.

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