Trump's Cabinet Picks Fuels Bipartisan Concern: 'Disruptors' Shaking Up Washington

Washington D.C. - In a bid to shake up the status quo in his administration, President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly opting for "disruptors" who are seen as unconventional thinkers and close allies of the president himself. According to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Trump's approach is deliberate, as he is selecting individuals who will challenge traditional norms in government.

Johnson's comments came on Sunday during an appearance on CNN's State of the Union, where he warned that some of Trump's picks have sent shockwaves through Washington and raised bipartisan concerns. The concern was echoed by President-elect Donald Trump Jr., who defended his father's nominees on Fox News, stating that they are "good guys" who will deliver on their "promises".

One nominee generating particular controversy is oil executive Chris Wright, nominated as energy secretary. A climate change sceptic, Wright has been touting the importance of fossil fuels and increasing US production to fulfill Trump's campaign promise. This stance poses a challenge to the Biden administration's focus on renewable energy sources.

Trump's defence secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, is also facing scrutiny over alleged sexual misconduct, while potential attorney general Matt Gaetz is at the centre of an ethics scandal.

The president-elect's son Donald Jr hinted that there were "back-up plans" in place if his nominees couldn't pass Senate vetting. However, he assured that Trump was selecting candidates who would deliver on his promises and deliver tangible results.

The appointment of new cabinet members has significant implications for global politics, climate policies, and the relationship between Washington D.C., Amazon, as President-elect Joe Biden becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Amazon rainforest. The news will continue to unfold as the Trump Administration takes shape.