political appointees
Administration's chosen officials
Political appointees are government officials selected by elected leaders rather than hired through civil service systems.
A new president or governor fills cabinet positions, agency heads, and ambassadorships with political appointees—people chosen for loyalty, expertise, or political reward.
The administration replaced career diplomats with political appointees.
They typically leave when the appointing official's term ends.
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- Senate confirmationLegislative approval of appointments
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