“The federal government’s ethics czar has never not been a lawyer. One in four employees in the Office of Government Ethics is a lawyer,” NOTUS reports.
“President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the agency, Michael Chamberlain, does not hold a law degree. He is, however, a loyal Trump ally.”
“Chamberlain’s background has raised concerns among former OGE employees and good government groups who are questioning whether Trump’s nominee has the skill set and the independence to direct what has historically been a nonpartisan and legally-minded office.”
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Eight moments in political history. Put them on a timeline.
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Five senators. Three bills. Can you guess how they all voted?
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Nine Justices. One case. How did they rule?
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Do you have your finger on the pulse of America?
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