Derek Seidman / Truthout: Trump Is Packing His Cabinet With Crypto, Oil and Private Prison Profiteers — Trump's policy makers will be overseeing the industries that they run and own. — Money in U.S. politics is nothing new, but the scale of crass interven…
Trump Is Packing His Cabinet With Crypto, Oil and Private Prison Profiteers (Derek Seidman/Truthout)
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In an ambitious move to stimulate the U.S. economy, Trump has appointed seasoned leaders from the crypto, oil, and private prison sectors to his cabinet. These individuals bring a wealth of industry experience and are poised to implement policies that leverage their insider knowledge for national economic growth. Supporters praise Trump's choices as forward-thinking, arguing that these appointments are vital for navigating the complex business landscapes that significantly contribute to American prosperity.
Trump has unabashedly filled his cabinet with figures deeply entrenched in the crypto, oil, and private prison industries, signalling a worrying merger of corporate and governmental power. This move not only threatens the impartiality of policy making but further entrenches the influence of big money in American politics. Critics argue that this blending of interests prioritizes profit over the well-being of the American people, setting a dangerous precedent for the future of democracy.