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United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted a farewell dinner for their donors and insiders at the White House at a weekend.

Biden addressed the guests during the dinner at the South Lawn, where the pool and fountain are located, jokingly telling them not to jump in the pool.

“Good evening everyone,” Biden said. “If you have a seat, please take it. Don’t jump in the pool!”

“[First Lady] Jill [Biden] and I are hosting this dinner tonight for a very simple reason — to say thank you. Thank you to so many dear friends,” he said, according to a video on C-SPAN.

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“We began this journey to redeem the soul of the nation and define the light in the darkness. And I never could have gotten to where the White House has become without you and we never could have gotten as much done as we did without you. And that’s not hyperbole. I mean it from the bottom of my heart.”

Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Gov. Tim Walz and his wife, Gwen, were also spotted at the party, who were seen talking with Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo.

<h2>‘Real love fest’ or ‘the losers party’</h2>

While some attendees described the dinner party as a “real love fest” and called it “absolutely gorgeous”, some insiders were not so happy with Biden’s loss to Trump in the presidential elections, calling the event “the losers party ” and disappointed in spending for the campaign that failed.&nbsp;

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Some donors did not attend the party and many said they did not want to be associated with the Democrats after their embarrassing loss to Trump, according to Page Six, who cited a source.

“Weirdly, it was also really fun — like a last hurrah,” a source told Page Six.

The black-tie event also witnessed musical performances. Biden also praised the first lady, however, did not mention the election or Trump.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted a farewell dinner for their donors and insiders at the White House at a weekend. Biden addressed the guests during the dinner at the South Lawn, where the pool and fountain are located, jokingly telling them not to jump in the pool.

United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted a farewell dinner for their donors and insiders at the White House at a weekend. Biden addressed the guests during the dinner at the South Lawn, where the pool and fountain are located, jokingly telling them not to jump in the pool. “Good evening everyone,” Biden said. “If you have a seat, please take it. Don’t jump in the pool!” “[First Lady] Jill [Biden] and I are hosting this dinner tonight for a very simple reason — to say thank you. Thank you to so many dear friends,” he said, according to a video on C-SPAN. Also read | Trump plans to ban transgender military personnel on day one after taking office: 15,000 could face discharge “We began this journey to redeem the soul of the nation and define the light in the darkness. And I never could have gotten to where the White House has become without you and we never could have gotten as much done as we did without you. And that’s not hyperbole. I mean it from the bottom of my heart.” Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Gov. Tim Walz and his wife, Gwen, were also spotted at the party, who were seen talking with Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. ‘Real love fest’ or ‘the losers party’ While some attendees described the dinner party as a “real love fest” and called it “absolutely gorgeous”, some insiders were not so happy with Biden’s loss to Trump in the presidential elections, calling the event “the losers party ” and disappointed in spending for the campaign that failed. Also read | From picking Vance to blocking Pompeo, Trump junior is calling shots in US transition process Some donors did not attend the party and many said they did not want to be associated with the Democrats after their embarrassing loss to Trump, according to Page Six, who cited a source. “Weirdly, it was also really fun — like a last hurrah,” a source told Page Six. The black-tie event also witnessed musical performances. Biden also praised the first lady, however, did not mention the election or Trump. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden hosts farewell dinner for donors at White House; people debate 'love fest' or 'losers party'

Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to sign an executive order that would bar transgender individuals from serving in the military, potentially as early as his first day back in office.

Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to sign an executive order that would bar transgender individuals from serving in the military, potentially as early as his first day back in office. The order, expected to follow his inauguration on 20 January, would also result in the medical discharge of thousands of currently serving transgender personnel. As per a report by The Sunday Times, defence sources estimate that approximately 15,000 transgender service members could be medically discharged, effectively deeming them unfit for military duty. This comes as Trump continues to criticise what he calls “woke” policies in the armed forces, claiming some senior officers prioritise diversity and inclusion over military readiness. Also read: 'Israel, Lebanon on verge of ceasefire deal to end Israel-Hezbollah conflict' A source cited by the report said that transgender people will be "forced out at a time when the military can’t recruit enough people.” They added that only the Marine Corps is meeting recruitment targets and warned that some of the ones likely to be affected hold senior roles. The report follows Trump’s nomination of Pete Hegseth, a former major in the US National Guard and Fox News host, as his defence secretary. Hegseth has been outspoken in his criticism of what he terms “weak” leadership in the military. In his recent book, he called for “housecleaning” within the ranks and called the medical care provided to transgender personnel an unnecessary expense for the Pentagon. This would not be Trump’s first move against transgender individuals in the military. During his first term, he declared that transgender people would no longer be allowed to serve, citing “tremendous medical costs and disruption.” That policy, announced by Trump in 2017, came into effect in 2019 before being reversed by President Joe Biden. Biden’s reversal allowed transgender individuals to serve once more, but Trump is now expected to not only reinstate the ban but go further by discharging those currently serving. Also read: From picking Vance to blocking Pompeo, Trump junior is calling shots in US transition process This anticipated executive order is just one of many actions Trump plans to take upon returning to office. His proposed measures include significant changes to immigration policies and other controversial initiatives likely to face strong opposition. During his campaign, Trump vowed to roll back civil rights protections for LGBT+ individuals, block transgender students from participating in sports or using facilities aligned with their gender, and ban gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth across the United States. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump plans to ban transgender military personnel on day one after taking office: 15,000 could face discharge

A DHL cargo plane crashed early Monday near the airport in Lithuania's capital, killing one person, authorities said as they searched for clues to what caused the tragedy.

A DHL cargo plane crashed early Monday near the airport in Lithuania's capital, killing one person, authorities said as they searched for clues to what caused the tragedy. Lithuanian officials, who in the past weeks have been probing alleged acts of sending incendiary devices on Western-bound cargo planes, stopped short of linking the crash with that investigation. "It is premature to associate it with anything or to make any attributions," State Security Department chief Darius Jauniskis told reporters. Images from the crash site in the capital Vilnius showed debris from the plane and packages on fire scattered across the residential area cordoned off by the emergency services. "We cannot rule out the case of terrorism. We have warned that such things are possible, we see an increasingly aggressive Russia... but we cannot make any attributions or point fingers yet," Jauniskis said. According to the Lithuanian police, the plane, flying from the eastern German city of Leipzig, skidded several hundred metres, hitting the residential house which was set on fire, smaller buildings, and a car. Also read: Ex-British soldier captured in Russia while fighting for Ukraine: Report Renatas Pozela, head of the firefighting and rescue department, said one person from the plane's four-member crew died in the crash that happened as the plane was due to land in Vilnius. Head of National Crisis Management Centre Vilmantas Vitkauskas said the residential building was successfully evacuated, with its 12 residents moved to safety. 'Emergency landing' German logistics company DHL said the cargo aircraft was operated by its partner SwiftAir and had made an "emergency landing" in Lithuania. "We can confirm that today, at approximately 4:30 am CET, a Swiftair aircraft, operated by a service partner on behalf of DHL, performed an emergency landing about one kilometre from VNO Airport (Vilnius, Lithuania) while en route from LEJ Airport (Leipzig, Germany) to VNO Airport," it said in a statement. Lithuanian police Chief Arunas Paulauskas said investigators had gone to the hospital to talk to the pilots. It was not immediately clear what caused the crash. Earlier this month Lithuania said it had carried out arrests as part of a criminal probe into sending incendiary devices on Western-bound planes. Also read: 'Warrant not enough,' Iran's Khamenei calls for death sentence for Netanyahu Polish and Lithuanian media said the devices, including electric massagers implanted with a flammable substance, were sent from Lithuania to the UK in July and could be behind a lorry fire outside Warsaw. UK anti-terrorism police last month said they were investigating how a parcel burst into flames at a depot earlier this year, after a similar case in Germany blamed on Russia. The Lithuanian president's chief security advisor said this month that Moscow had been behind the incidents. "We know who the source of these operations is. It is Russian military intelligence," Kestutis Budrys told Ziniu radio. "We cannot let this go unanswered as it will only escalate into the new kinds of actions," Budrys added. Poland and Lithuania, both NATO members bordering Russia, are staunch allies of Ukraine, frequently warning about Russian-inspired sabotage on EU soil. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Russia said Monday it did not know much about a pro-Moscow Romanian politician who is in pole position to become the EU member's next president.

Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu, who has criticised NATO and Bucharest's support for Ukraine, led the first round of Romania's presidential election, held Sunday, to face a little-known mayor in the second round early next month.

"I can't say that we are very familiar with the worldview of this candidate, as far as it concerns relations with our country," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Monday.

"As for the current leadership, Romania is not a friendly country to us, and we will continue to follow how things develop," he added.

Georgescu has surged in recent days with a viral TikTok campaign calling for an end to aid for Ukraine. He has also sounded a sceptical note on Romania's NATO membership.&nbsp;

A victory in a second round contest, set for December 8, would be a political earthquake in the country of 19 million, a NATO member that has so far resisted nationalist posturing, setting itself apart from the likes of Hungary and Slovakia.

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Russia said Monday it did not know much about a pro-Moscow Romanian politician who is in pole position to become the EU member's next president. Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu, who has criticised NATO and Bucharest's support for Ukraine, led the first round of Romania's presidential election, held Sunday, to face a little-known mayor in the second round early next month.

Russia said Monday it did not know much about a pro-Moscow Romanian politician who is in pole position to become the EU member's next president. Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu, who has criticised NATO and Bucharest's support for Ukraine, led the first round of Romania's presidential election, held Sunday, to face a little-known mayor in the second round early next month. "I can't say that we are very familiar with the worldview of this candidate, as far as it concerns relations with our country," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Monday. "As for the current leadership, Romania is not a friendly country to us, and we will continue to follow how things develop," he added. Georgescu has surged in recent days with a viral TikTok campaign calling for an end to aid for Ukraine. He has also sounded a sceptical note on Romania's NATO membership. A victory in a second round contest, set for December 8, would be a political earthquake in the country of 19 million, a NATO member that has so far resisted nationalist posturing, setting itself apart from the likes of Hungary and Slovakia. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Romanian polls: Russia says it’s not familiar with pro-Moscow contender Calin Georgescu

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Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters in capital under lockdown ahead of rally. Khan's wife Bushra Bibi took Center Stage as she participated in the march called by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. She was part of the Convoy led by Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur. Watch in for more details!

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The 55th Golden Horse Film Festival celebrated a significant night for Chinese cinema, with several films and talents taking home prestigious awards. The ceremony honored exceptional works from the Chinese-speaking world, showcasing a range of genres and creative achievements. Highlights included wins for Best Feature Film and recognition of standout performances, further cementing the festival's reputation as a key platform for Chinese-language films.

Big Night For Chinese Films: Awards Of 55th Golden Horse Film Festival

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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Monday (November 25) that death sentences should be issued against Israeli leaders instead of arrest warrants.

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‘Warrant not enough,’ Iran’s Khamenei demands death sentence for Netanyahu, Gallant

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Unidentified drones have been spotted flying over three bases used by the United States Air Force in Britain, the two countries have confirmed.

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The planned construction of a new Chinese embassy in London has sparked controversy due to its massive scale, dubbed the "super embassy." Local authorities and police have objected, citing concerns about security, surveillance, and the potential impact on the surrounding area. Critics argue it may undermine diplomatic norms and raise tensions between the UK and China.

China's Contested Super Embassy In London; Police Object To Plan For New Chinese Embassy

The pro- Russian war media and bloggers reported that Russia has dismissed a senior Commander following claims that he made false reports about the progress of Russian forces in Ukraine. Ukrainian military bloggers reported Sunday (Nov. 24) that Colonel General Gennady Anashkin, the commander of the South Forces Group, was sacked after he provided misleading information regarding Russia’s position in the Siversk settlement in the eastern region of Donetsk. Watch in for more details!

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A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg. The man is currently in a critical condition at the hospital.

The kayaker remained partially submerged in the water in remote southwest Tasmania after he slipped and got his leg trapped for over 20 hours on Friday (Nov 22). The man has rafting experience of over five decades and was part of an 11-member international rafting trip along the remote river when the incident occurred.

When the medical emergency responders were not able to free the man despite&nbsp;several attempts, the decision was made to amputate his leg at the knee. He was airlifted and taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital on Saturday (Nov 25).

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<h2>The ‘worst case scenario’</h2>

Tasmanian intensive care workers, specialist retrieval doctors, and flight paramedics rushed to the aid of the man.

The rescue team said, “This rescue was the worst-case scenario of worst-case scenarios.”

The man spoke little English, which made the situation even more difficult. The rescuers were able to communicate with the man with the help of a Lithuanian doctor, who was on the trip with the man and acted as a translator.

“We couldn't actually take his mind off the situation and talk to him about his family or, you know, his trips that he's done, so that was really hard,” said Ace Petrie, a Swift water rescue technician with Surf Life Saving Tasmania. He was one of the first persons to arrive at the scene.

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Intensive flight care paramedic Mitch Parkinson explained it was necessary to keep the risk of hypothermia away as the man was submerged in the fast-flowing water.

"Our efforts were to keep him warm as best as possible, acknowledging that he's in a torrent of water, and to keep him fed and watered as much as we could," he said.

"What I saw was an exceptionally strong and robust man that had maintained that through the night into the morning," Parkinson added.

(With inputs from agencies)

A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg.

A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg. The man is currently in a critical condition at the hospital. The kayaker remained partially submerged in the water in remote southwest Tasmania after he slipped and got his leg trapped for over 20 hours on Friday (Nov 22). The man has rafting experience of over five decades and was part of an 11-member international rafting trip along the remote river when the incident occurred. When the medical emergency responders were not able to free the man despite several attempts, the decision was made to amputate his leg at the knee. He was airlifted and taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital on Saturday (Nov 25). Also read | Storm Bert batters much of Britain again, at least three people killed The ‘worst case scenario’ Tasmanian intensive care workers, specialist retrieval doctors, and flight paramedics rushed to the aid of the man. The rescue team said, “This rescue was the worst-case scenario of worst-case scenarios.” The man spoke little English, which made the situation even more difficult. The rescuers were able to communicate with the man with the help of a Lithuanian doctor, who was on the trip with the man and acted as a translator. “We couldn't actually take his mind off the situation and talk to him about his family or, you know, his trips that he's done, so that was really hard,” said Ace Petrie, a Swift water rescue technician with Surf Life Saving Tasmania. He was one of the first persons to arrive at the scene. Also read | From picking Vance to blocking Pompeo, Trump junior is calling shots in US transition process Intensive flight care paramedic Mitch Parkinson explained it was necessary to keep the risk of hypothermia away as the man was submerged in the fast-flowing water. "Our efforts were to keep him warm as best as possible, acknowledging that he's in a torrent of water, and to keep him fed and watered as much as we could," he said. "What I saw was an exceptionally strong and robust man that had maintained that through the night into the morning," Parkinson added. (With inputs from agencies)

Lithuanian kayaker rescued in Tasmania after a 20-hour rescue ordeal, leading to leg amputation

Ukraine is reportedly losing ground in Russia's Kursk. A senior Ukrainian official reveals that over 40% of the land Ukraine seized during its incursion of the Kursk region in August has now been lost. Meanwhile Ukraine is investigating debris from a Russian ballistic missile that hit the city of Dnipro on the 21st of November. Ukraine Security Services further suggest that the missile was likely from Russia's Kedr missile complex. Watch in for more details!

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Taiwan said Monday it had detected a Chinese balloon over waters northwest of the island, the first reported since April, as Beijing maintains pressure on Taipei to accept its claims of sovereignty.

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Taiwan detects Chinese balloon near island amid rising military pressure

Israel and Lebanon are on the cusp of a ceasefire deal to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Axios reported early Monday (Nov 25) citing Israeli and American officials. The expected ceasefire deal included a 60-day transition period during which Israeli troops would withdraw from southern Lebanon, and the Lebanese Army would be deployed in areas close to the border.

In India, the Winter Session of Parliament will begin later on Monday. Opposition parties will corner the Modi government on issues such as the Adani bribery case and the ongoing violence in Manipur.

In other news from around the world, the Congress in India has called Sunday's violence in the UP district of Sambhal a planned conspiracy.&nbsp;The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. Three people were killed and 20 others were injured.

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The winter session of Parliament will commence on Monday (November 25) and run until 20 December. During this period, multiple bills, including the Waqf Act (Amendment) Bill, are expected to be tabled for discussion.

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The opposition Congress party in India said on Sunday (Nov 24) that the violence in the Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Sambhal district was a "well-planned conspiracy." The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid.&nbsp;

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Israel and Lebanon are on the cusp of a ceasefire deal to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Axios reported early Monday (Nov 25) citing Israeli and American officials.

Israel and Lebanon are on the cusp of a ceasefire deal to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Axios reported early Monday (Nov 25) citing Israeli and American officials. The expected ceasefire deal included a 60-day transition period during which Israeli troops would withdraw from southern Lebanon, and the Lebanese Army would be deployed in areas close to the border. In India, the Winter Session of Parliament will begin later on Monday. Opposition parties will corner the Modi government on issues such as the Adani bribery case and the ongoing violence in Manipur. In other news from around the world, the Congress in India has called Sunday's violence in the UP district of Sambhal a planned conspiracy. The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. Three people were killed and 20 others were injured. Click on the headlines to read more: West Asia crisis: Israel, Lebanon are on verge of ceasefire deal to end Israel-Hezbollah conflict, says report Israel and Lebanon are on the verge of a ceasefire deal to end the conflict between Israel and Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, Axios reported on Monday (Nov 25) citing two Israeli and two US officials. Indian Parliament Winter Session to begin today; opposition to corner Centre on Adani case, Manipur violence The winter session of Parliament will commence on Monday (November 25) and run until 20 December. During this period, multiple bills, including the Waqf Act (Amendment) Bill, are expected to be tabled for discussion. Sambhal violence: Cong calls incident a 'planned conspiracy'; security tightened outside mosque The opposition Congress party in India said on Sunday (Nov 24) that the violence in the Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Sambhal district was a "well-planned conspiracy." The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. Storm Bert batters much of Britain again, at least three people killed Strong winds and heavy rain from storm Bert battered much of Britain again on Sunday, causing "devastating" flooding in particular in Wales, with around 100 flood alerts in place nationwide, authorities said. Watch | World DNA: Israeli Rabbi murdered in UAE ×

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Supporters of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan are on route to Islamabad for the party's much touted power show. Khan's wife Bushra Bibi took Center Stage as she participated in the march called by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. She was part of the Convoy led by Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur. Watch in for more details!

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A man was shot dead and three police personnel were injured following gunfire early Sunday (Nov 24) near the Israeli embassy in Jordan's capital city of Amman. Citing state media, a report by the news agency AFP said that the Public Security Directorate dealt with an incident of gunfire at a patrol operating in the Rabiah area in Amman.

A man was shot dead and three police personnel were injured following gunfire early Sunday (Nov 24) near the Israeli embassy in Jordan's capital city of Amman. Citing state media, a report by the news agency AFP said that the Public Security Directorate dealt with an incident of gunfire at a patrol operating in the Rabiah area in Amman. The man opened gunfire on a patrol and was later surrounded by security forces. Man fires gunshots at security forces AFP reported that the man started firing gunshots at security forces, which in turn applied the rules of engagement, which resulted in the killing of the perpetrator. Also read | Gunman kills three Israeli civilians at West Bank-Jordan border, probe launched The three injured police personnel were receiving treatment. An investigation was launched into the incident. Police cordon off the area The Jordanian police had cordoned off the area near the embassy after gunshots were heard, the news agency Reuters reported citing two witnesses. The witnesses said that police and ambulances were rushed to the Rabiah area. The area is a flashpoint for frequent demonstrations against Israel. Jordan has witnessed some of the biggest peaceful rallies across the region as anti-Israel sentiment runs high over the war in Gaza. Many of Jordan’s 12 million citizens are of Palestinian origin. Latest updates from Gaza war In the latest updates from the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip, Hamas' armed wing Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades said that an Israeli woman taken hostage during the group's attack in October last year was killed in northern Gaza. Also watch | Gravitas: Gulf threat to abandon US if Israel attacks Iran × Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades spokesman Abu Obeida said contact had been restored with the woman's captors after a break of several weeks, and it was established that the hostage had been killed. The identity of the hostage was not yet known. Meanwhile, the Israeli military said that it could not confirm or refute the claim (made by Hamas). (With inputs from agencies)

Gunman killed, three cops injured following shooting near Israeli embassy in Jordan

US President-elect Donald Trump has named Brooke Rollins, president of the America First Policy Institute, as his choice for agriculture secretary. “As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are truly the backbone of our Country,” said the US president-elect in a statement, highlighting the significance of her appointment.

US President-elect Donald Trump has named Brooke Rollins, president of the America First Policy Institute, as his choice for agriculture secretary. “As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are truly the backbone of our Country,” said the US president-elect in a statement, highlighting the significance of her appointment. “Brooke’s commitment to support the American Farmer, defence of American Food Self-Sufficiency, and the restoration of Agriculture-dependent American Small Towns is second to none,” Trump added. After her nomination, Rollins wrote on X, “Thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to serve as the next US Secretary of Agriculture. It will be the honour of my life to fight for America’s farmers and our Nation’s agricultural communities. This is big stuff for a small-town ag girl from Glen Rose, TX — truly the American Dream at its greatest.” “Who’s ready to make agriculture great again!” she added. With this nomination, Trump has completed the selection of his key cabinet members for his incoming administration. Also read: 'Enemy is increasing counterattacks,' Ukraine loses 40% of Russia's Kursk If the Senate confirms her appointment, Rollins will take charge of a key agency with 100,000 employees and offices in every county across the United States. The Department of Agriculture oversees various responsibilities, including farming and nutrition programmes, forestry, food safety, rural development, agricultural research, trade, and more. CNN reported that Trump had also considered Kelly Loeffler, a former US senator and ally, for the role. Meanwhile, Rollins had been mentioned earlier as a potential candidate for White House chief of staff. However, she stepped back when it became apparent that vying for the position would lead to a power struggle with Susie Wiles, who was ultimately chosen for the role. Also read: Hezbollah using 'copy' of Israeli missile in war with IDF: Report During Trump’s first term, Rollins served as director of the White House Domestic Policy Council. Before that, she led the Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative think tank, for 15 years. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump taps Brooke Rollins for agriculture secretary: 'Ready to make agriculture great again'

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