appointed

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Gov. Bill Clements, the first Republican elected to statewide office in Texas since Reconstruction, appointed him to the Trinity River Authority, according to his obituary.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

They appointed a new boss last summer in Rob Edwards, who made a great start on the pitch and behind the scenes.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Adobe Chief Executive Shantanu Narayen, who joined the Photoshop-maker in 1998, announced in March he would be stepping down once a new CEO is appointed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Cameron Hamilton was appointed to run the Federal Emergency Management Agency when the second Trump administration began in January 2025.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

Returning the favor, Big Bill appointed black leaders to high-profile positions in government.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield