Former Trump Official Wants to Return if Re-elected
- Former Cabinet official who resigned over January 6 Capitol attack expressed willingness to rejoin a second Trump administration.
- She stated she would return if asked if Trump wins re-election.
- This news raises questions about loyalty, principles, and the impact of past events on future decisions.
Former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has expressed a willingness to return to the Trump administration, despite her dramatic resignation following the January 6 Capitol riots. Speaking at a fundraiser for Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers on August 5, DeVos indicated that she would consider rejoining the White House, although she acknowledged that it was unlikely President Trump would extend an invitation. She emphasized the need for a commitment to significant education reform, particularly through a tax credit mechanism at the Department of Treasury. DeVos's comments come amid ongoing discussions among conservatives about dismantling the federal Department of Education. Many in the party advocate for redirecting education funding towards school choice initiatives, such as voucher programs, rather than supporting the public K-12 school system. The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 has proposed strategies for Trump to achieve this if he wins the upcoming election. Despite her past conflicts with Trump, including her resignation letter that criticized his rhetoric surrounding the Capitol attack, DeVos remains a prominent figure in Republican circles. She was one of two Cabinet members to resign in the wake of the riots, following Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao. DeVos had also considered invoking the 25th Amendment to remove Trump from office prior to President Biden's inauguration. While DeVos has not formally endorsed Trump's 2024 campaign, she confirmed her intention to support the Republican ticket in the upcoming election, signaling her continued alignment with the party's goals.