Staff Reports
In a move that’s likely to have liberal heads spinning faster than a hamster on a wheel, former President Trump has kicked off his return to the White House by giving the boot to four Biden-era appointees. On his platform Truth Social, Trump announced the firings in a manner that only he can: self-assuredly and with a flair for the theatrical. He told the world that this was just the beginning and that his “Presidential Personnel Office” was gearing up to unearth and remove over a thousand appointees who don’t measure up to the vision he has for America. Clearly, the swamp just got a little bit shallower.
The ex-president didn’t just drop a casual “you’re fired”—he laid out his inaugural dismissals like an eager contestant on a game show. Among those facing the pink slip were Jose Andres, the chef-cum-councilman of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition; Mark Milley from the National Infrastructure Advisory Council; Brian Hook from the Wilson Center for Scholars; and Keisha Lance Bottoms from the President’s Export Council. Such a lineup seems to have come straight from a “who’s who” of the last administration’s odd choices, showcasing Trump’s commitment to surrounding himself with individuals who actually align with his Make America Great Again mantra.
The day is not yet over! Trump promises to fire over a thousand of Biden’s appointees.
“YOU’RE FIRED!” pic.twitter.com/xiF9fJiYRc
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) January 21, 2025
Interestingly enough, it appears that some of these appointees are already getting their ducks in a row. Andres reportedly resigned days before Trump could fire him, claiming his two-year term had come to an end. While he may view this as a gallant exit, one wonders if he could conceal a hint of relief at dodging the impending pink slip, much like a player avoiding a tackle on the football field. Andres’s claim of bipartisan passion for health and fitness feels a smidge out of touch, given the fact he’s leaving the board just as things are starting to heat up under Trump’s leadership.
Mark Milley, another of the dismissed, had his portrait unceremoniously removed from the Pentagon, symbolizing not just a change in leadership but a shifting narrative. In what might serve as a needed awakening for some, participation in the Biden administration has come with its own set of consequences. For those who played the game and thought they’d get a free pass, the swift action from Trump shows that past loyalities mean little when it comes to moving forward with a new agenda—one that is laser-focused on returning power back to the American people.
As Trump looks to reshape the advisory councils and ensure they reflect his values, the message is clear: the America First agenda is not just a slogan; it’s a roadmap. No longer are former appointees welcome to hang onto the coattails of the past administration. With promises of more dismissals on the way, it seems the housecleaning is just getting started. Whether it’s through a social media post or a dramatic firing, Trump’s brand of leadership is back, and it’s here to disturb the status quo.
