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Trump nominates acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to be agency's permanent chief
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 29, 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. Sonderling, a lawyer who has held a variety of acting positions and lea...
Key takeaway Sonderling, a lawyer who has held a variety of acting positions and leadership roles across Trump's government, was previously the deputy labor secretary and a Republican member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The nomination of Keith Sonderling as Labor Secretary has implications for Sugar Land residents, particularly those employed in the city's thriving business sector. As a community with a strong presence of small businesses and major corporations, the leadership of the Labor Department can have a direct impact on local workforce development and employment regulations. Sonderling's background in delivering results for American workers, as touted by President Trump, may resonate with Sugar Land's business owners who prioritize a skilled and productive workforce. However, his controversial actions at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, including the attempted cancellation of grants and contracts, may raise concerns among local educators and community leaders who rely on such funding to support programs and services in Fort Bend County. As Sonderling's nomination undergoes Senate confirmation, Sugar Land residents should pay close attention to how his leadership may shape the local employment landscape and access to federal resources.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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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. Sonderling, a lawyer who has held a variety of acting positions and lea...
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