Synopsis
Donald Trump’s return to the White House is already sparking intense intrigue as he bans former loyalists Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo from his cabinet. Despite their previous high-profile roles, their wavering support and presidential ambitions have seemingly cost them a spot in Trump’s inner circle. ANI Donald Trump, the President-elect, has announced that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not join his second-term administration. Despite their prior service under his leadership, Trump emphasized loyalty as the driving force behind his decision.
Trump declared via Truth Social that he enjoyed working with Haley and Pompeo in the past but will not include them in the upcoming administration. Their presidential ambitions and wavering loyalty during the 2024 campaign cycle were pivotal factors. Both Pompeo and Haley endorsed Trump later than other ex-administration officials, a delay Trump appears to remember.
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Haley and Pompeo’s Responses
Haley’s spokesperson wished the administration success, while Pompeo
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