Unexpected Turns in Trump’s Administration

Critics initially set low expectations for President Donald Trump’s Cabinet and agency leaders. However, several of Trump’s appointments have exceeded these predictions, some positively and others negatively. Post Opinions writers Robert Gebelhoff, Dominic Pino, Henry Olsen, James Hohmann, and Damir Marusic explore these surprising developments.

Former critics doubted the effectiveness of Trump’s choices, yet some have managed to stand out by defying initial doubts. Discussions among these writers reveal the most surprising shifts in roles and actions that these officials have demonstrated while in office.