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Trump’s Second Term: A Leadership Vacuum? A Closer Look at Diversity and Expertise in His Inner Circle
These patterns carry serious implications for the government’s functionality and its ability to reflect the diverse makeup of the American people.
Trump’s Second Term: A Leadership Vacuum? A Closer Look at Diversity and Expertise in His Inner Circle
As discussions about Donald Trump’s second term continue, it’s worth examining the composition of his inner circle and what it might mean for American governance. A recurring theme in Trump’s leadership approach has been his prioritization of loyalty over expertise, often resulting in a team criticized for its lack of diversity, innovation, and qualifications. These patterns carry serious implications for the government’s functionality and its ability to reflect the diverse makeup of the American people.
A Leadership Team That Lacks Diversity
One of the most notable characteristics of Trump’s leadership team during his first term was its striking lack of diversity. Reports, such as those from the Brookings Institution, highlighted that Trump’s Cabinet was among the…
