President-elect Donald Trump is stocking his cabinet with people he wants to carry out his “America First” policies on the border, trade, national security, the economy and more.
Trump has put a premium on loyalty with his picks, selecting lawmakers and aides who defended him as he navigated the fallout from the January 6, 2021, attempted insurrection and multiple criminal trials.
He’s also prioritized those who have expressed an eagerness to hit the ground running as he prepares an expected flurry of executive actions and legislative proposals to quickly implement his agenda and roll back President Joe Biden’s policies. More choices are expected to be announced in the coming days—a big opening remains at Treasury—with Trump hoping to get as many nominees that require Senate confirmation in place ahead of his inauguration.
Meanwhile, one controversial pick has already withdrawn from consideration: Matt Gaetz, who had announced his intention to resign from Congress when Trump named him as his pick for attorney general earlier this month. He faced an uphill battle to be approved on the Hill amid allegations of sexual misconduct. He has continued to deny any wrongdoing, while the president-elect applauded his decision to avoid being a lingering distraction to the incoming administration.
Trump also signaled Lutnick could have outsize responsibility for the office of US Trade Representative—typically filled by a separate appointment.Ex-congressman and television personality Sean Duffy is set to be Trump’s point person when it comes to decisions about America’s transportation infrastructure, including the expansion and upgrading of highways, rail networks and airports. The former Wisconsin lawmaker is the second Fox News contributor Trump has tapped for a cabinet post.
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