On the recordMay 28, 2025
I won’t fire Powell because he’ll get to change him very quickly anyway
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cnn.comI won’t fire Powell because he’ll get to change him very quickly anyway
Trump indicated he wouldn't dismiss Powell, believing he could influence him soon.
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