Trump May Fire General, Considers Mike Rogers for DoD and Richard Farley for SEC Chair, Sources Say

Nov 8, 2024, 09:20 PM

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering significant changes to his administration's leadership, including the potential appointment of Representative Mike Rogers to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) and lawyer Richard Farley as the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These developments come amid concerns from Pentagon officials regarding Trump's possible decision to fire the military’s top general. Sources indicate that the Trump team is actively evaluating these candidates, with reports from the New York Post confirming the discussions around Farley for SEC chair. The political landscape remains tense as various factions within Washington express their apprehensions about Trump's potential moves.