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Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief
By AP via Scripps News Group at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
President Donald Trump said Monday he will nominate Keith Sonderling to be the secretary of labor, elevating him from the agency's acting director two months after Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned amid abuse-of-power allegations.IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is resigning...
Key takeaway During Trump's second term, in addition to his Labor Department post, Sonderling has been the acting director of U.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The nomination of Keith Sonderling to be the permanent Labor Secretary has implications for Detroit 's workforce and economy. As the city continues to navigate its own economic development and job creation initiatives, the leadership of the Labor Department can have a significant impact on local policies and programs. Sonderling's background in delivering results for workers, as touted by President Trump, will be closely watched by Detroit's labor unions and worker advocacy groups. His previous actions as acting director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, where he implemented drastic cuts and personnel changes, may raise concerns about his approach to labor issues. Detroit's residents and workers will be waiting to see how Sonderling's nomination plays out in the Senate and how his potential leadership of the Labor Department will affect the city's efforts to create jobs and support its workforce.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump said Monday he will nominate Keith Sonderling to be the secretary of labor, elevating him from the agency's acting director two months after Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned amid abuse-of-power allegations.IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is resigning...
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