President Donald Trump has ousted David Pekoske as head of the Transportation Security Administration, despite his initial appointment during the president’s first term.
Trump’s team asked Pekoske to step down, according to a person familiar who spoke anonymously to discuss internal matters. CNN first reported the news. The White House and TSA didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.
In a farewell message obtained by Bloomberg Government, Pekoske on Monday told TSA personnel Trump’s transition team advised him in the morning that his tenure would end at noon, when the new president took office.
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As the Trump administration begins to take shape, it appears that Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator David Pekoske is being pushed aside. Pekoske, who has held the position since August 2017, is reportedly being replaced by an individual more closely aligned with President Trump’s priorities.
The decision to replace Pekoske comes as no surprise, as the TSA has faced criticism from Trump in the past for its handling of security screenings and other issues. Pekoske’s tenure has been marked by challenges such as implementing new screening procedures and navigating the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic.
It remains to be seen who will replace Pekoske as TSA Administrator, but the move is indicative of the larger changes taking place within the federal government as the Trump administration comes to an end. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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