Treasury and Other Trump Nominees, Fluoride Policy in Florida
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Why did President-elect Donald Trump pick a hedge fund manager for Treasury Secretary?
Trump chose Scott Pruitt, a hedge fund manager, to head the Treasury Department. Pruitt is expected to sell Trump's economic policies to Wall Street and has been a key Trump advisor, defending tariffs and advocating for deregulation and increased domestic energy production.
What are the key positions for which Trump has announced nominees?
Trump has announced nominees for several top positions, including Treasury Secretary (Scott Pruitt), Labor Secretary (Chavez Damer), and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (Scott Turner).
Why is Florida's surgeon general urging communities to stop adding fluoride to drinking water?
Florida's surgeon general, Dr. Joseph Ladapo, is concerned about potential health risks associated with fluoride, such as lower IQ in children, despite decades of research showing fluoride helps prevent tooth decay.
What is the reaction to Florida's surgeon general's recommendation against fluoridation?
The reaction is mixed, with some supporting the recommendation and others, including dentists and pediatricians, strongly opposing it due to the established benefits of fluoride in preventing tooth decay.
What is Scott Pruitt's stance on tariffs and tax cuts?
Scott Pruitt has defended Trump's proposal to impose taxes on all imports, despite economic concerns. He will also likely push for the renewal of Trump's 2017 tax cuts, which are set to expire in 2025.
How does Trump's relationship with the Federal Reserve look under Scott Pruitt's potential leadership?
There could be friction as Trump has frequently criticized the Federal Reserve and its chairman, Jerome Powell. Pruitt has suggested that Trump views tariffs as a bargaining chip and may not be a die-hard protectionist, but his relationship with the Fed remains uncertain.
What are the potential implications of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. being nominated for Health and Human Services Secretary?
Kennedy's nomination could lead to a national debate on fluoridation, as he plans to issue similar guidance against adding fluoride to public drinking supplies, aligning with Florida's surgeon general's recent recommendation.
- Scott Pruitt, a hedge fund manager, is expected to sell Trump's economic policies to Wall Street.
- Trump has also nominated individuals for several other top positions, including Labor and Urban Development.
- Some nominees have faced controversies, such as Mat Gates withdrawing from consideration for Attorney General.
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