00:00Report claims Trump officials are preparing for a shake-up at one-year mark.
00:04The White House is preparing for the possibility of cabinet changes as President Donald Trump nears the one-year mark of his second term in office.
00:13While no official decisions have been made, conversations are happening behind the scenes, according to multiple sources familiar with the discussions.
00:21Trump's cabinet has largely remained stable, avoiding the rapid turnover of his first term, though some changes may occur as the administration progresses.
00:30DHS Secretary Kristi Noem remains publicly supported by Trump, but tensions reportedly rise over her advisor Corey Lewandowski, whose influence and management style have frustrated other officials.
00:42A tense September meeting between Trump, Noem, and Lewandowski reportedly left Trump frustrated with Lewandowski, fueling speculation that one or both could eventually leave DHS.
00:52In response, White House spokeswoman Abigail Jackson said the results at DHS speak for themselves, pointing to record deportations and stronger border security under Noem's leadership.
01:03A DHS spokesperson also defended Lewandowski's role, stating he's holding officials accountable to carry out the president's agenda.
01:10Energy Secretary Chris Wright has faced criticism for slow progress on Trump's energy agenda and high-staff turnover, but the White House and Energy Department defend him, citing record oil production and falling gas prices.
01:22Speculation on cabinet changes includes Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, under scrutiny for allegedly sharing classified information, and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, term limited in January, who may be interested in an economic or business role but likely not immigration enforcement.
01:39A senior White House official confirmed Youngkin is being considered for a role, saying,
01:43It has been made clear that Youngkin is interested in working for the administration in some capacity.
01:49Youngkin has campaigned in early primary states like Iowa and South Carolina, keeping his political options open, while potential cabinet changes in the Trump administration would reflect a focus on loyalty and policy execution.
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