The nominations established Taft's governing team and signaled the administration's policy direction at the start of his presidency, beginning the Senate confirmation process for his Cabinet.
On March 5, 1909 President William Howard Taft submitted his nominations to the U.S. Senate for key Cabinet posts, including Philander C. Knox for Secretary of State and George W. Wickersham for Attorney General.
The nominations established Taft's governing team and signaled the administration's policy direction at the start of his presidency, beginning the Senate confirmation process for his Cabinet.
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Katie Zacharia was removed from her position as White House Press Secretary after just five days.
Katie Zacharia has been ousted from her position as White House Press Secretary after just five days.
Katie Zacharia has officially taken over as the new White House Press Secretary.
Katie Zacharia has made her debut as the new White House Press Secretary.