Trump Taps Billionaire Feinberg for Pentagon Deputy Role Amid Conflict Concerns
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Donald Trump has reportedly asked Stephen Feinberg, a billionaire private equity investor with ties to the defense industry, to be deputy defense secretary, pending Senate approval. Feinberg's potential appointment raises concerns about conflicts of interest due to his firm's investments in defense contractors. Feinberg previously served on Trump's intelligence advisory board and has been a significant donor to Trump's campaigns. The nomination comes amid scrutiny of Trump's designated defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, who faces allegations of misconduct.
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- Surprise: Trump’s Latest Appointment Has Conflicts of Interest The New Republic
- Trump said to offer billionaire Steve Feinberg deputy defense secretary job The Times of Israel
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