Trump demands a second administration stocked with loyalists.

Former President Donald Trump's insistence on loyalty from staff and appointees during his first term may loom large in a potential second administration. In 2017, Trump held a meeting where he demanded loyalty from his aides and advisers, a move that set the stage for the formation of a group of "shock troops" to transform the federal government aligned to his wishes in 2024 if elected. Trump's fixation on loyalty has continued throughout his presidential campaign and is expected to be the primary factor in choosing appointees if he is elected for a second term.

February 12, 2024
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