Mainstream environmental groups rally around the former BlackRock executive, while more left-leaning groups remain skeptical.
Executive Branch
Biden Could Shut Down Oil and Gas Leasing on Federal Lands
That’s just one of many authorities available to the Interior Department on day one.
Biden on the Farm
The new president can remake agricultural and food policy even if Congress refuses to do anything about them.
Will Big Tech Take Over Trade Policy?
Katherine Tai is the leading candidate to head USTR. Will she be undermined by the appointment of industry lobbyists to key jobs just below her?
How Biden Can Raise Some Wages Even if Congress Won’t
There’s a lot he and his Labor Department can do, no matter what Congress may or may not enact.
Trouble at Treasury
Will Wall Street control the key subcabinet jobs? The early signs are not encouraging.
Who Will Get Remaining Biden Top Economic Jobs?
It’s a game of musical chairs—with sharp elbows and not enough slots.
BlackRock Executive Brian Deese Could Get Major White House Position
Deese’s views on the deficit and climate policy are at odds with national and planetary needs.
Rahm Emanuel for Transportation Secretary? For Anything?
Should Biden nominate the former Chicago mayor, the Democratic base is sure to revolt.

