Keith Sonderling
Coverage of Keith Sonderling in the Nexus archive.
- Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief
President Donald Trump nominated Keith Sonderling to be the permanent secretary of labor, replacing Lori Chavez-DeRemer who resigned amid abuse-of-power allegations. Sonderling, who has held multiple acting roles in Trump's administration, faces Senate confirmation for his nomination.
- Trump taps acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for permanent role pending Senate confirmation
President Donald Trump nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for permanent labor secretary, pending Senate confirmation. Sonderling has led the Labor Department since former Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's April departure amid a whistleblower complaint alleging misconduct, which she denies.
- Trump taps acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for permanent role pending Senate confirmation
President Donald Trump nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for permanent labor secretary, pending Senate confirmation. Sonderling has led the Labor Department since April following Lori Chavez-DeRemer's departure amid allegations of misconduct, including a whistleblower complaint involving personal errands, drinking, and a hostile work environment.
- Trump nominates Keith Sonderling to permanent role of labor secretary
Donald Trump announced the nomination of Keith Sonderling to serve as US secretary of labor, the role he has been filling as acting secretary since Lori Chavez-DeRemer's departure in April. Trump highlighted Sonderling's previous roles at the Department of Labor, including Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer.
- Trump nominates Keith Sonderling to permanent role of labor secretary
Donald Trump announced the nomination of Keith Sonderling to serve as US secretary of labor, the role he is currently filling as acting secretary following Lori Chavez-DeRemer's departure in April. Trump highlighted Sonderling's prior roles at the US Department of Labor, including Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer.
- Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency’s permanent chief
President Donald Trump nominated Keith Sonderling to be the secretary of labor, replacing Lori Chavez-DeRemer who resigned amid abuse-of-power allegations. Sonderling, who has held acting roles in Trump's government, previously served as deputy labor secretary and a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
- Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency’s permanent chief
President Donald Trump will nominate Keith Sonderling as secretary of labor. Sonderling is currently serving as acting Labor Secretary.
- Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief
President Donald Trump nominated Keith Sonderling to be the permanent secretary of labor, replacing Lori Chavez-DeRemer who resigned amid allegations of abuse of power. Sonderling, who previously held acting roles and leadership positions in Trump's government, must be confirmed by the Senate for the role.
- Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief
President Donald Trump nominated Keith Sonderling to be the secretary of labor, replacing Lori Chavez-DeRemer who resigned amid abuse-of-power allegations. Sonderling, who has held acting positions in Trump's government, was previously the deputy labor secretary and a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
- Trump nominates Keith Sonderling as labor secretary
Trump has nominated Keith Sonderling as labor secretary. Sonderling assumed the role in an acting capacity following the departure of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in April.
- Trump nominates acting head Keith Sonderling as Labor secretary
President Trump nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to the full-time position. The announcement was made on Truth Social, and The Hill contacted the Labor Department for further details.
- D.C. Memo: Fraud czar Vance targets unemployment benefits
Vice President JD Vance, as the nation’s fraud czar, announced efforts to target unemployment benefit programs in Minnesota and other states. U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling threatened to withhold federal funds from states failing to address mismanagement and fraud in unemployment insurance programs. Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) defended its program as compliant and a top performer in integrity.
- US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud – or face penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor warned states to address unemployment insurance fraud or face penalties, including withheld administrative funds. The notice targeted states like California, Illinois, and New York, which are governed by Democrats, citing issues like outdated technology and lax oversight. California's governor criticized the move, arguing the state has effectively addressed fraud.
- US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud — or face penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor warned states to address unemployment insurance fraud, citing issues in California, Illinois, and New York, and threatening penalties including withheld administrative funds. California's office criticized the move, highlighting the administration's focus on states with Democratic leadership.
- US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud -- or face penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor warned states to address fraud, waste, and abuse in unemployment insurance programs, threatening to withhold administrative funds if they fail. The notice targeted states like California, Illinois, and New York, which have Democratic leadership, and cited issues such as outdated technology and weak oversight. California's governor criticized the move, claiming the state outperforms others in combating fraud.
- US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud -- or face penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor warned states to address fraud in unemployment insurance programs, threatening to withhold administrative funds if they fail. The notice targeted states like California, Illinois, and New York, which the administration says have allowed fraud due to poor oversight and outdated systems.
- Trump’s Department of Labor claims without data that states defrauded government
Trump’s Department of Labor accuses states of defrauding the government without providing data. Acting head Keith Sonderling threatened to withhold administrative funds from 53 states and US territories for the first time in history to combat waste, fraud, and abuse in the unemployment insurance program.
- Push for Labor nominee is latest threat to House GOP majority
Republicans are lobbying to nominate first-term House member Riley Moore as Labor secretary, a move that could weaken their congressional majority if President Trump approves. Moore, who has expressed interest in the role, faces pushback from some White House officials who support acting Secretary Keith Sonderling. The nomination could reduce GOP voting strength in the House, which is already fragile due to absences and upcoming vacancies.
- Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer exits Trump admin; Keith Sonderling named acting head
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving the Trump administration amid a whistleblower complaint alleging an affair with a security guard, drinking on the job, and misuse of staff for personal travel. Keith Sonderling, her deputy, will serve as acting secretary.
- Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer exits Trump admin; Keith Sonderling named acting head
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving the Trump administration amid a whistleblower complaint alleging an affair with her security guard, drinking on the job, and misuse of staff for personal travel. Keith Sonderling, her deputy, will serve as acting secretary while the story develops.
- Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer to exit Trump administration
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from the Trump administration to join the private sector, amid investigations into allegations of misconduct, including misuse of department funds and inappropriate relationships. Deputy Secretary Keith Sonderling will serve as acting secretary, while multiple staff members have been removed following the probe.