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President Trump appoints Gary Washington as acting Ag Secretary

January 21, 2025 06:00 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

In a series of announcements, President Donald Trump has named Gary Washington as the acting Secretary of Agriculture.

Washington was selected as the USDA Chief Information Officer in February 2018. His appointment comes as Brooke Rollins awaits Senate confirmation for the role, with her hearing scheduled for Thursday in the Senate Agriculture Committee.

In addition, the President has announced James Payne will temporarily lead the EPA, and Juan Millan will serve as the acting Ambassador of Trade in the U.S. Trade Representative’s office.

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