Trump’s Cabinet: Loyalty Over Experience? | Inside America

Trump’s second-term cabinet is here, and it’s anything but conventional. From billionaires and media personalities to political outsiders and conspiracy theorists, the new administration is raising eyebrows across Washington. With loyalty to Trump as the primary qualification, what does this mean for governance, democracy, and U.S. institutions? In this episode of Inside America, Amanda Walker takes a closer look at the most controversial appointments, their backgrounds, and the policies they are set to push forward. From Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s stance on vaccines to Pete Hegseth’s turbulent confirmation as Defence Secretary, this lineup is unlike any before. We also hear from former CIA Director and Defence Secretary Leon Panetta on why this cabinet could be a turning point for the country—and why some experts warn of unchecked power and political retribution. As Trump’s team sets its agenda, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will this administration bring the change its supporters expect, or will it lead to further division and instability?