President-elect Donald Trump is rapidly assigning key positions for his second administration, and this time, he’s prioritizing loyalty over all else. This marks a distinct shift from his first term, when he chose more established and experienced appointees, some of whom raised internal challenges to his agenda. But some of his picks may face tough confirmation battles, even with a Republican-controlled U.S. Senate. Nick Allard, founding dean of the Jacksonville University College of Law, joins us to help break it all down.
Then, St. Johns County residents voted for “slow growth” in the November election. After a massive “agrihood” proposal is shot down, we discuss what the new reality means for residents and developers.
Guest:
- Noah Hertz, St. Johns County reporter at Jacksonville Today.
And, in advance of his appearance Wednesday at WJCT Studios, Marketplace Morning Report Host and Senior Editor David Brancaccio discusses how the kitchen table economy compares to the national one, and changes a new administration will bring.
Guest:
- David Brancaccio, host and senior editor of Marketplace Morning Report.
Plus, a physical fitness challenge for lawyers, judges and local business leaders raises legal funds for low-income seniors. We speak with the organizers of the annual Freed to Run Challenge about how this fundraiser aims to make a meaningful impact.
- Mike Freed, attorney with the Gunster law firm and Freed to Run organizer.
- Jim Kowalski, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid president and CEO.
