President-elect Donald Trump made a number of picks Tuesday as he continues to grow his cabinet in the incoming administration.
The nominees include billionaire CEO Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who co-leads a new division of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a non-cabinet post. CBN News I will report it.
“Together, these two great Americans will lead my administration to dismantle government bureaucracy, reduce overregulation, reduce wasteful spending, and rebuild our federal agencies,” President Trump said. It will open the door for us,” he said. statement.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2024
Reply to X's post, mask explained The department's findings will be published online “to maximize transparency” and there will be a “leaderboard of the most unwise expenditures of taxpayers' money”.
To ensure maximum transparency, all activities of the Ministry of Government Efficiency are published online.
Whenever the public thinks we're cutting back on what's important or not cutting back on what's useless, please let us know.
We also have the stupidest leaderboard… https://t.co/1c0bAlxmY0
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 13, 2024
Secretary of Defense
President Trump also nominated Pete Hegseth, a longtime Fox News host who oversees the Pentagon, to be secretary of defense. Hegseth served in Afghanistan and received two Bronze Stars and a Combat Infantryman Badge.
“Pete is tough, smart, and a true believer in America First. With Pete in command, America's enemies will be on guard. Our military will be great again and America will never back down. ” said the president-elect. I wrote.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2024
secretary of homeland security
South Dakota Governor Krist Noem was appointed by President Trump to be Secretary of Homeland Security, overseeing U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the U.S. Secret Intelligence Service, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
in response Noem responded to the announcement by saying she was “honored and humbled” that President Trump had nominated her to the position.
“I look forward to working with Border Czar Tom Homan to make America safe again,” she said. “Together with Donald Trump, we will secure our borders, restore safety to American communities, and give families a chance to once again pursue the American Dream.”
I am honored and humbled that President Donald J. Trump has selected me to be Secretary of Homeland Security. I look forward to working with Border Czar Tom Homan to make America safe again.
With Donald Trump, we will secure our borders and make Americans safe again… https://t.co/uMWWCwy5ukb
— Kristi Noem (@KristiNoem) November 13, 2024
Ambassador to Israel
On Tuesday, the president-elect nominated former Arkansas governor and presidential candidate Mike Huckabee to be ambassador to Israel.
“Mike has been a great public servant, governor, and faith leader for many years. He loves Israel and the people of Israel, and the people of Israel love him as well. We will continue to work tirelessly,'' President Trump said. statement.
Huckabee, a former Baptist pastor and Fox News host, is currentlyhuckabeeA program on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN).
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 12, 2024
His daughter, Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, previously served as White House press secretary on President Trump's first team.
National Security Advisor
Florida Congressman Mike Walz will be President Trump's new national security adviser. He was the first retired Green Beret to serve in Congress and was one of Trump's most high-profile campaign surrogates, often appealing to military officials.
He also worked with the Trump Veterans Coalition, as reported by FOX News. While a member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Walz served on the Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence committees.
“Mike has been a strong advocate for my America First foreign policy and will be a great advocate for the pursuit of peace through force.”
The position, which does not require Senate confirmation, requires this person to coordinate among the heads of all national security agencies and is tasked with briefing the president and implementing policy.
CIA director
President Trump selected John Ratcliffe, who served as Director of National Intelligence at the end of his first term.
“I look forward to John becoming the first person to serve in both of our nation's top intelligence positions,” President Trump said. statementcalled him a “fearless fighter for the constitutional rights of all Americans” who ensures “the highest levels of national security and peace through force.”
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2024
During the final year and a half of President Trump's first term, Ratcliffe served as director of national intelligence, leading the U.S. government's spy agency during the coronavirus pandemic.
Middle East envoy
On Tuesday, President Trump named real estate investor Stephen Witkoff as his special envoy for the Middle East. Mr. Witkoff, 67, is the president-elect's golfing partner and was seen golfing with him at Mr. Trump's West Palm Beach, Fla., club on September 15, the day the former president was the target of his second assassination attempt. The Associated Press reported. report.
President Trump said in his speech that Witkoff is “a highly respected leader in business and philanthropy.” statement. “Steve will be a tireless advocate for peace and will make us all proud.”
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2024
white house advisor
William McGinley, who served as White House Cabinet Secretary during President Trump's first presidential term and was also an outside counsel for the Republican National Committee's Election Integrity Activities during the 2024 campaign, will serve as President Trump's legal advisor. .
President Trump said MGinley is a “smart and tenacious attorney who will help us advance America First policies while fighting election integrity and the weaponization of law enforcement.” statement.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 13, 2024
senior white house staff
On Wednesday, President Trump named top campaign advisers Dan Scavino, Stephen Miller and James Blair to his White House senior staff.
“Dan, Stephen, James, and Taylor were 'best-in-class' advisors on my winning campaign, and I know they will serve the American people honorably in the White House.” said the president-elect. I wrote. “In their new roles, they will continue to work hard to make America great again.”
As Crosswalk Headlines previously reported, President Trump has appointed former ICE Director Tom Homan as border “czar.”
Other appointments to the incoming Trump administration so far include Susie Wiles as White House Chief of Staff, Representative Elise Stefanik as Ambassador to the United Nations, Stephen Miller as Deputy Director for Policy, and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator. including former Congressman Lee Zeldin. (EPA).
The Dream Team continues to grow! pic.twitter.com/Vi5JBpDgcD
— TikTok Library (@libsoftiktok) November 13, 2024
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