In true Trumpian fashion, President-elect Donald Trump made waves on Wednesday evening with a bold announcement via his Truth Social platform. With just a few keystrokes, Trump not only boasted about the rapid assembly of his incoming administration but also delivered a searing blow to a swath of prominent Republican figures he deemed disloyal.
“As of today, the incoming Trump Administration has hired over 1,000 people for The United States Government,” Trump proudly declared. “They are outstanding in every way, and you will see the fruits of their labor over the coming years. We will MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, and it will happen very quickly!”
But that wasn’t the headline-grabber. In a scathing follow-up, Trump rattled off a blacklist of Republican figures and organizations he believes have betrayed his vision—or simply crossed him one too many times. The no-hire list includes Americans for Prosperity leader Charles Koch, former National Security Advisor John Bolton (mockingly dubbed “Dumb as a Rock”), “Birdbrain” Nikki Haley, former Vice President Mike Pence, “disloyal warmongers” Dick Cheney and his “psycho” daughter Liz, Utah Senator Mitt Romney, former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, and a lineup of top military leaders such as General Mark Milley, James Mattis, and Mark Esper, all of whom he accused of suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
“In order to save time, money, and effort, it would be helpful if you would not send, or recommend to us, people who worked with, or are endorsed by [these individuals],” Trump wrote, leaving no room for ambiguity. He concluded with his signature bravado, “Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
The post wasn’t just a call to arms for his supporters; it was a clear message to the Republican establishment: loyalty to Trump is not just valued—it’s required.
Trump’s feuds with many of the figures he mentioned are well-documented, but this latest move is a stark escalation. Some of those listed were once close allies or members of his own administration. For example, Trump has recently suggested that General Mark Milley should face execution for what he considers treasonous actions, and that Liz Cheney should be sent to a war zone and placed directly in harm’s way.
This isn’t just political theater—it’s a defining moment for the GOP. As Trump reshapes the party in his own image, loyalty to the man himself, rather than traditional conservative values or political alliances, appears to be the price of admission to his circle of influence.
The announcement also highlights Trump’s penchant for mixing bold policy declarations with deeply personal grudges, ensuring his headlines are both substantive and dramatic. Whether you love him or loathe him, one thing is certain: Trump is charging into his next term with the same unapologetic intensity that has defined his political career.
