1. United States
2. N.C.
3. Letter

The recent cabinet appointments by the President-elect raise significant concerns about the qualifications and ethics of the nominees. Selecting individuals facing active investigations or with blatant conflicts of interest undermines the integrity of these crucial leadership positions. Furthermore, appointing media personalities with no relevant experience to roles like Secretary of Defense risks jeopardizing national security. These nominations appear to prioritize partisan loyalty over competence and threaten to erode public trust in the government. I urge you to critically examine these picks during the confirmation process and reject any nominees who lack the requisite expertise, independence, or ethical standards to faithfully execute the duties of their office. Upholding rigorous vetting is essential to preserve the checks and balances vital to our democracy.