No, Donald Trump Did Not Nominate Amber Rose for Secretary of Education: Viral Tweet Debunked
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A recent rumor that quickly gained traction online claimed that former President Donald Trump had nominated model and TV personality Amber Rose for the position of Secretary of Education. The speculation originated from a tweet by YouTuber and journalist Keith Edwards, shared on the platform X (formerly known as Twitter) on November 13, 2024. The post included a photo of Amber Rose alongside what appeared to be an official statement from Trump, announcing her nomination.
The tweet read:
“BREAKING: Donald Trump has nominated Amber Rose for Secretary of Education.”
Within just 24 hours, the tweet went viral, amassing over 616,400 views. However, it has since been confirmed that the claim was entirely false. No official announcement regarding Amber Rose’s appointment to any governmental role has been made by Donald Trump or his team.
BREAKING: Donald Trump has nominated Amber Rose for Secretary of Education pic.twitter.com/x4yHdL0wQf
— Keith Edwards (@keithedwards) November 13, 2024
The Origins of the Rumor
Keith Edwards’ viral tweet contained what looked like an official statement supposedly from Trump, praising Amber Rose for her advocacy work. The alleged statement read:
“I am honored to announce that I have nominated Amber Rose to serve in my Cabinet as the Secretary of Education. Amber has spent her entire life advocating for the empowerment of individuals through self-confidence, education, and resilience.”
The fabricated statement continued to highlight Amber Rose’s supposed qualifications, calling her a “champion of an inclusive future” and someone who has “fought tirelessly to give a voice to the voiceless.” It even humorously dubbed her a “graduate of the School of Hard Knocks,” suggesting she would bring a fresh perspective to the Department of Education.
Despite the statement fitting the tone of Trump’s previous announcements, the entire claim was quickly debunked. It appears the post was created as a parody or satirical commentary rather than an actual news update.
Amber Rose reveals she placed a $15,000 bet on Donald Trump winning the election on Kalshi. pic.twitter.com/ygOWh5J7hi
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) November 4, 2024
Trump’s Real Plans for the Department of Education
While the Amber Rose rumor was making waves, it’s important to note that Donald Trump has already made public statements about his plans for the Department of Education. At a rally in Pennsylvania in late September, Trump reiterated his long-standing promise to shut down the federal Department of Education, advocating for returning control to individual states.
During the same event, he hinted at potential candidates for the role of Secretary of Education, mentioning names like Lee Zeldin and Vivek Ramaswamy. However, these candidates may no longer be in the running as they have been reportedly appointed to other significant positions. Ramaswamy, for instance, is set to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency alongside tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, while Zeldin has been tapped to head the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Other names that have been speculated for the role include former Secretary Betsy DeVos, who served during Trump’s previous term and has expressed interest in returning to the position. According to sources cited by Education Week, additional candidates include Louisiana’s state superintendent Cade Brumley, Moms for Liberty co-founder Tiffany Justice, and Oklahoma state superintendent Ryan Walters. There is also talk of potential contenders like Bobby Jindal, Doug Ducey, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and Glenn Youngkin.
Amber Rose’s Support for Trump
While Amber Rose has not been nominated for any Cabinet position, it’s worth noting that she has shown public support for Trump in the past. She even made an appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in July 2024. Additionally, on the eve of Election Day, November 4, Rose revealed on X that she had placed a substantial bet of $15,000 on Trump winning the presidency.
Despite her outspoken support, there is no evidence that she has been considered for a Cabinet role, let alone the Secretary of Education. The viral tweet was simply a case of misinformation that quickly spread across social media.
In summary, the claim that Donald Trump nominated Amber Rose for the position of Secretary of Education is completely unfounded. The viral tweet by Keith Edwards appears to be a satirical or parody post, not an official announcement. As Trump continues to finalize his Cabinet picks, it’s clear that the real candidates under consideration are established figures with experience in education or politics, rather than celebrities like Amber Rose.
Shivam Kumar
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