U.S. AG Sessions被炒；白宫管家Kelly、内政部长Zinke走人; 国防部长Mattis辞职; 国安部部长Nielsen辞职; Deputy AG 辞职；Kellyanne Conway辞职；国防部长艾斯珀被炒；国安部网络安全主任Chris Krebs被炒; AG Barr辞职

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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he isn’t running for Senate next year. Those close to him say he hasn’t made a final decision yet. But that hasn’t prevented a barely concealed competition from breaking out within the administration over who might replace him as the nation’s top diplomat. President Trump has fueled the fire by sounding out lawmakers and officials as he considers his options.

Pompeo has plenty of time to decide whether to run before the official filing deadline in June. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is pushing him hard to jump into the Kansas senate race, several officials and GOP lawmakers told me, out of fear former Kansas secretary of state Kris Kobach might win the primary and then lose the general election to a Democrat. Pompeo is also mulling a run for president in 2024, and McConnell has argued the Senate would be a perfect perch from which to do that.

Trump said last month Pompeo came to him and told him he wanted to stay. But Trump also hedged by saying that, if there’s any danger the GOP could lose that seat, Pompeo might change his mind and “would win in a landslide because they love him in Kansas.” Pompeo himself, meanwhile, is sending mixed signals. This month he began posting from a new personal Twitter account with Kansas farmland in the banner photo.

All this uncertainty has caused several officials to quietly begin to position themselves for the secretary of state job. Trump, not knowing how it will turn out, has been tossing around names for Pompeo’s successor with lawmakers and officials, according to three people who spoke with him directly about it. Speculation is heating up all over the administration.

The person most often mentioned to succeed Pompeo is national security adviser Robert O’Brien. Trump really likes O’Brien, several officials told me, and has given him increased diplomatic responsibilities since he became the president’s fourth national security adviser in September. O’Brien stood in for Trump at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Thailand in October. He accompanied Vice President Pence and Pompeo to Turkey to negotiate a Syria cease-fire.

Pompeo is also a big fan of O’Brien, who worked for Pompeo as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs before he moved to the White House. O’Brien is known as a competent, polished technocrat who works well with all the various administration factions — which is rare.

The other main contender at this point is Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. Some officials believe Mnuchin is angling for the job, and some say he is simply in contention but not actively lobbying. Either way, he’s on the list. Mnuchin is very close to Trump personally and has been treasury secretary for almost three years.

But many national security officials are concerned that Mnuchin’s dovish position on China and his Wall Street-centered focus could undermine his fitness to lead U.S. diplomacy. He recently delivered Trump the phase one China trade deal but has consistently resisted the more hawkish China strategy supported by Pompeo, Pence, O’Brien and most of the administration.

He would have a confirmation problem, too, having only narrowly been confirmed for his current job, 53 to 47, amid concerns among Senate Democrats about his overall lack of experience. Also, though Pompeo and Mnuchin are political allies, they disagree on foreign policy. O’Brien would represent continuity, whereas Mnuchin would represent a stark departure from the status quo at State.

Trump has also asked people what they think about Ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell becoming secretary of state. The German government has complained about Grenell’s aggressive style, but that’s actually a selling point for Trump. Grenell’s confirmation would also be tough; he was confirmed for his current job by a vote of 56 to 42. O’Brien and Grenell have been friends for many years. They were both acolytes of former national security adviser John Bolton.

Newly minted Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun would become acting secretary of state, at least for a while, if Pompeo departs. Depending on when Pompeo steps down, it might be too late for Trump to get someone new confirmed, leaving Biegun in charge at Foggy Bottom until the election. Biegun is said not to be seeking the job full time, but he’s on Trump’s list.

The other names often mentioned are State Department envoy to Iran Brian Hook, who has a close relationship with Jared Kushner, as well as Sens. Marco Rubio (R-Fl.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.). Hook is seen as unlikely to ultimately get the nod because he has some detractors among Trump’s allies. Rubio and Cotton both have presidential aspirations, and a stint as secretary of state could only help them.

That brings us back to Pompeo, who is keeping us all in suspense. Does he really want to go from being secretary of state to a position as the junior senator from Kansas? If he is going to run for president on his diplomatic record, might he not want to stay another year and finish the job?

If so, this entire contest will simply be shelved until Trump’s second term (should he be reelected). But until everyone else can be convinced that Pompeo is definitely staying, the competition for his job will keep heating up.
 
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he isn’t running for Senate next year. Those close to him say he hasn’t made a final decision yet. But that hasn’t prevented a barely concealed competition from breaking out within the administration over who might replace him as the nation’s top diplomat. President Trump has fueled the fire by sounding out lawmakers and officials as he considers his options.

Pompeo has plenty of time to decide whether to run before the official filing deadline in June. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is pushing him hard to jump into the Kansas senate race, several officials and GOP lawmakers told me, out of fear former Kansas secretary of state Kris Kobach might win the primary and then lose the general election to a Democrat. Pompeo is also mulling a run for president in 2024, and McConnell has argued the Senate would be a perfect perch from which to do that.

Trump said last month Pompeo came to him and told him he wanted to stay. But Trump also hedged by saying that, if there’s any danger the GOP could lose that seat, Pompeo might change his mind and “would win in a landslide because they love him in Kansas.” Pompeo himself, meanwhile, is sending mixed signals. This month he began posting from a new personal Twitter account with Kansas farmland in the banner photo.

All this uncertainty has caused several officials to quietly begin to position themselves for the secretary of state job. Trump, not knowing how it will turn out, has been tossing around names for Pompeo’s successor with lawmakers and officials, according to three people who spoke with him directly about it. Speculation is heating up all over the administration.

The person most often mentioned to succeed Pompeo is national security adviser Robert O’Brien. Trump really likes O’Brien, several officials told me, and has given him increased diplomatic responsibilities since he became the president’s fourth national security adviser in September. O’Brien stood in for Trump at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Thailand in October. He accompanied Vice President Pence and Pompeo to Turkey to negotiate a Syria cease-fire.

Pompeo is also a big fan of O’Brien, who worked for Pompeo as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs before he moved to the White House. O’Brien is known as a competent, polished technocrat who works well with all the various administration factions — which is rare.

The other main contender at this point is Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. Some officials believe Mnuchin is angling for the job, and some say he is simply in contention but not actively lobbying. Either way, he’s on the list. Mnuchin is very close to Trump personally and has been treasury secretary for almost three years.

But many national security officials are concerned that Mnuchin’s dovish position on China and his Wall Street-centered focus could undermine his fitness to lead U.S. diplomacy. He recently delivered Trump the phase one China trade deal but has consistently resisted the more hawkish China strategy supported by Pompeo, Pence, O’Brien and most of the administration.

He would have a confirmation problem, too, having only narrowly been confirmed for his current job, 53 to 47, amid concerns among Senate Democrats about his overall lack of experience. Also, though Pompeo and Mnuchin are political allies, they disagree on foreign policy. O’Brien would represent continuity, whereas Mnuchin would represent a stark departure from the status quo at State.

Trump has also asked people what they think about Ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell becoming secretary of state. The German government has complained about Grenell’s aggressive style, but that’s actually a selling point for Trump. Grenell’s confirmation would also be tough; he was confirmed for his current job by a vote of 56 to 42. O’Brien and Grenell have been friends for many years. They were both acolytes of former national security adviser John Bolton.

Newly minted Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun would become acting secretary of state, at least for a while, if Pompeo departs. Depending on when Pompeo steps down, it might be too late for Trump to get someone new confirmed, leaving Biegun in charge at Foggy Bottom until the election. Biegun is said not to be seeking the job full time, but he’s on Trump’s list.

The other names often mentioned are State Department envoy to Iran Brian Hook, who has a close relationship with Jared Kushner, as well as Sens. Marco Rubio (R-Fl.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.). Hook is seen as unlikely to ultimately get the nod because he has some detractors among Trump’s allies. Rubio and Cotton both have presidential aspirations, and a stint as secretary of state could only help them.

That brings us back to Pompeo, who is keeping us all in suspense. Does he really want to go from being secretary of state to a position as the junior senator from Kansas? If he is going to run for president on his diplomatic record, might he not want to stay another year and finish the job?

If so, this entire contest will simply be shelved until Trump’s second term (should he be reelected). But until everyone else can be convinced that Pompeo is definitely staying, the competition for his job will keep heating up.
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One of US President Donald Trump's longest-serving aides, Hope Hicks, will return to the White House nearly two years after she resigned.

The ex-White House communications director is expected to be counsellor to the president and report to Mr Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.

The 31-year-old former model has worked for Fox Corporation since leaving the White House two years ago.

Ex-Trump aides Sean Spicer and Reince Priebus are also being given new roles.

Who is Hope Hicks?
Ms Hicks first joined the Trump sphere in 2014 when she started with the Trump Organization as an aide to Ivanka Trump, the president's daughter, in her fashion brand.

She remained by Mr Trump's side throughout his campaign and into the White House.

"I have worked with Hope for almost six years and can say without hesitation she is one of the most talented and savvy individuals I have come across," White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham said in statement.

"She has always impressed me with her quiet confidence, loyalty and expertise, and I am beyond thrilled to welcome Hope back to the White House."

Ex-White House press secretary Sarah Sanders also heralded her return, saying on Twitter: "There is no one more loyal, talented or fun than Hope.

"Not only is she brilliant she is an amazing friend and will be a tremendous asset to the President and his team."

Ms Hicks departs the White House on her last day as communications director (March 2018)

Ms Hicks departs the White House on her last day as communications director (March 2018)

Ms Hicks was repeatedly questioned by Justice Department Special Counsel Robert Mueller's during his investigation into Mr Trump, as well as congressional investigators.

She resigned her post in February 2018, one day after she testified to Congress that she occasionally told white lies on Mr Trump's behalf.

The Trump show: special edition
Analysis by Tara McKelvey, BBC White House reporter

Donald Trump, the former reality TV host, appreciates both star power and loyalty, and he is bringing back individuals with both of these traits for his biggest season yet: the 2020 campaign.

However clownish Sean Spicer may have appeared at the podium, he was good for ratings. People watched his briefings obsessively, and he inspired late-night comedians.

Hope Hicks transfixed the nation for a different reason: she said little, yet seemed to know the president's secrets. Meanwhile Reince Priebus was famously loyal, and it was only a matter of time before he returned.

Just as Mr Trump brought back contestants onto The Apprentice after they flamed out, ginning up ratings, he is now inviting key players back to the White House in order to appeal to his core audience and remind them of their shared history. Mr Trump may be divisive as a leader, but one thing is clear: he knows how to put on a show.

Who else got a job this week?
Also this week former Chief of Staff Reince Priebus and former spokesman Sean Spicer received new White House jobs.

Mr Priebus served seven months under Mr Trump before he was replaced by retired-Marine Corp General John Kelly.

Mr Kelly criticised his former boss in a speech on Wednesday night, triggering an angry Twitter response from Mr Trump.

"He did exactly what we teach them to do from cradle to grave," Mr Kelly said about US Army Lt Col Alexander Vindman, who worked for the White House and testified against Mr Trump during his impeachment trial. He was fired by Mr Trump, along with his twin brother, last week.

He also criticised Mr Trump's outreach to North Korea and his claims about illegal migrants being bad people.

On Thursday, Mr Trump tweeted that Mr Kelly - who also previously served as Mr Trump's head of the Homeland Security - "misses the action & just can't keep his mouth shut".

Twitter post by @realDonaldTrump: When I terminated John Kelly, which I couldn’t do fast enough, he knew full well that he was way over his head. Being Chief of Staff just wasn’t for him. He came in with a bang, went out with a whimper, but like so many X’s, he misses the action & just can’t keep his mouth shut,.
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Mr Spicer served a similar tenure before he was dismissed following a difficult term as spokesman, where he frequently clashed with journalists.

His most widely-mocked moment came on his first day in the job, when he called Mr Trump's inauguration crowd "the largest audience to ever witness an inauguration, period, both in person and around the globe".

He later admitted that he "screwed up" with the claim which photos proved to be false.

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Hope Hicks: Top Trump aide returning to White House

The new job comes nearly two years after she resigned as President Trump's communications director.
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上次在Trump接受ABC电视采访过程当中，Mick咳嗽了两声，Trump认为影响了采访的flow，叫了一声cut，把Mick“轰”了出去，然后重新开始。。。
 
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