Keith Sonderling.
American lawyer
- Reports this week
- 3
- Active events
- 2
- Connections
- 80
What's happening
Active this week
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Tom Cotton visited Russellville, Arkansas, to discuss employment, coinciding with Keith Sonderling praising the state's employment model.Some support1 report
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Keith Sonderling and the Trump administration suspended multiple IT firms, including Wipro, Tata, and Microsoft, over alleged PERM program abuse.Well supported62 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act and announced the suspension of the PERM program.Some support1 report
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JD Vance, Keith Sonderling, Donald Trump, and Mark Greenblatt are collaborating on a fraud task force and criticizing approaches to government fraud.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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States including California, New York, and Illinois are facing issues regarding owed federal funds and improper payments.Some support25 reports6 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Administration policy goals were discussed with the news site Breitbart News, involving Donald Trump and Keith Sonderling.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump and Keith Sonderling promote job training and investments in South Texas via college visits.Some support2 reports
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Following Lori Chavez-DeRemer's resignation, Donald Trump plans to nominate Keith Sonderling to a permanent role, pending Senate approval.Well supported42 reports
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Keith Sonderling conducted tour stops in South Florida, while NEXA provided AI-powered scales for DoorDash.Some support1 report
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Keith Sonderling visited New Mexico to study agriculture, representing the U.S. Department of Labor and utilizing the state's workforce agency.Some support1 report
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JD Vance and Keith Sonderling were involved in an event on July 7th, where Vance's administration faced criticism for opposing political views and a lawsuit regarding First Amendment rights.Well supported3 reports
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News at the entities that move Keith Sonderling most-
Donald Trump StructuralTrump allegedly ignored Graham's sanctions bill, slowed Starlink connections, and lifted sanctions to help Putin.Moves Keith Sonderling
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senate StructuralThe Senate is investigating alleged government corruption and crime in Liberia.Moves Keith Sonderling
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JD Vance OperationalPolitical figures, including Vance, Trump, and El-Sayed, made statements regarding Israel, Iran, and political endorsements.Moves Keith Sonderling
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission StructuralBrandon Gill questioned Ed Markey's hiring practices, coinciding with new EEOC guidance on job posting preferences.Moves Keith Sonderling
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Senate StructuralMarise James and Joseph sponsored a bill, and a Senate committee advanced bills concerning EMS regulation.Moves Keith Sonderling
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Tony Evers OperationalGovernor and the DNR launch new grant programs and initiatives to ensure clean water statewide in Wisconsin.Moves Keith Sonderling
Connections
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer Transactional
A's role became vacant due to resignation, and B was appointed to succeed her.
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Capgemini Structural
Keith Sonderling and the US government suspended Capgemini's PERM labor certification program following a fraud investigation.
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Adobe Structural
Keith Sonderling, acting as a government official, suspended Adobe's PERM labor certification program following federal investigations.
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Donald Trump Structural
Donald Trump appointed Keith Sonderling as U.S. Secretary of Labor, leading the administration's policy efforts on fraud and labor issues.
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Microsoft Structural
Keith Sonderling, in his role as a government official, suspended Microsoft's PERM certification program following federal investigations.
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senate Structural
Keith Sonderling's nomination is formally contingent upon confirmation by the Senate.
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JD Vance Operational
JD Vance and Keith Sonderling actively collaborate on policy initiatives, including visa fraud investigations and PERM program suspensions.
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Wipro Structural
Keith Sonderling suspended Wipro from labor programs, including the PERM program, following a Department of Labor fraud investigation.
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HCL Technologies Structural
Keith Sonderling, acting as Labor Secretary, suspended HCL Technologies' labor certification.
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Institute of Museum and Library Services Structural
Keith Sonderling served as the acting director and leader of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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Infosys Structural
Keith Sonderling, acting as Labor Secretary, suspended Infosys's PERM labor certification program following federal fraud investigations.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Structural
Keith Sonderling served as a Republican commissioner and vice chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
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PERM Structural
Keith Sonderling, as Labour Secretary, is formally suspending and investigating the PERM program due to reported misuse.
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Labor Structural
The individual holds a high-ranking government position within the labor sector.
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Senate Structural
The relationship is defined by the formal confirmation process where the Senate's vote determines the viability of Sonderling's appointment.
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Arizona State University Transactional
Keith Sonderling is conducting an investigation into Arizona State University regarding J-1 visa fraud.
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United States Department of Labor Operational
Keith Sonderling acts as a spokesperson for the United States Department of Labor, announcing actions and issuing warnings.
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Cognizant Structural
Keith Sonderling, acting as Labour Secretary, formally suspended Cognizant's PERM program sponsorship.
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department Structural
The department serves as a functional partner or employing body for the individual, working closely with law enforcement.
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Whirlpool Transactional
Whirlpool showcased investment opportunities to the office of the Acting Secretary of Labor.
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Tommy Tuberville Transactional
The two individuals engaged in a conversation while participating in a formal hearing.
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Derek Barrs Operational
Barrs provided specific regulatory updates to Sonderling regarding their professional work.
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Texas Southmost College Operational
A leverages the institutional context of B to promote job training initiatives through educational visits.
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Kathy Hochul Transactional
Keith Sonderling highlighted fraud findings to Kathy Hochul.
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Tony Evers Operational
Tony Evers publicly criticized Keith Sonderling regarding funding threats.
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Todd Blanche Operational
Todd Blanche and Keith Sonderling jointly announced the suspension of the PERM programme.
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Anthony D'Esposito Operational
Both individuals are linked by their involvement in leading federal investigations.
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DHS Structural
Keith Sonderling works closely with DHS law enforcement operations.
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New York Transactional
New York's administrative processes are cited as examples of mismanagement leading to improper payments affecting Keith Sonderling.
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Stanford Mentioned together
Both individuals are mentioned in the context of investigating potential J-1 visa fraud.
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Alabama Operational
Keith Sonderling is observed directing states, including Alabama, regarding centralized verification systems.
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Palantir Technologies Mentioned together
A company is mentioned in the same professional sphere as an expert whose work focuses on policy relevant to the company.
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Lauren Boebert Operational
Lauren Boebert publicly applauded Keith Sonderling's comments on social media.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Operational
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is tasked to oversee data gathering on AI, with Keith Sonderling involved in this capacity.
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Tata Consultancy Services Shared context
Both entities are contextually linked by the US suspension of the PERM permanent residency program.
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Mark Meadows Mentioned together
Meadows used his platform to amplify comments and ideas originally made by Sonderling on social media.
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Gavin Newsom Shared context
Sonderling's professional work focuses on labor issues and targets states like California, where Newsom operates.
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Breitbart News Operational
The relationship involves the discussion of administration policy goals between the individual and the news organization.
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Luzerne County Community College Mentioned together
The two entities are co-mentioned in the context of a visit to the college to discuss workforce development needs.
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White House Structural
Keith Sonderling holds a high-level position within a federal agency overseen by the White House administration.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 events- Tom Cotton visited Russellville, Arkansas, to discuss employment, coinciding with Keith Sonderling praising the state's employment model.
- Keith Sonderling and the Trump administration suspended multiple IT firms, including Wipro, Tata, and Microsoft, over alleged PERM program abuse.
- The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act and announced the suspension of the PERM program.
September 2026
1 eventAugust 2026
3 events- Donald Trump and Keith Sonderling promote job training and investments in South Texas via college visits.
- Keith Sonderling conducted tour stops in South Florida, while NEXA provided AI-powered scales for DoorDash.
- Keith Sonderling visited New Mexico to study agriculture, representing the U.S. Department of Labor and utilizing the state's workforce agency.
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July 2026
2 events- JD Vance and Keith Sonderling were involved in an event on July 7th, where Vance's administration faced criticism for opposing political views and a lawsuit regarding First Amendment rights.
- Keith Sonderling discussed the administration's tax cut provisions, noting that the tax cuts required a new digital system.
June 2026
4 events- JD Vance, Keith Sonderling, Donald Trump, and Mark Greenblatt are collaborating on a fraud task force and criticizing approaches to government fraud.
- States including California, New York, and Illinois are facing issues regarding owed federal funds and improper payments.
- Following Lori Chavez-DeRemer's resignation, Donald Trump plans to nominate Keith Sonderling to a permanent role, pending Senate approval.
- The Trump administration appointed a task force to eliminate fraud and warned state governors about funding cuts.