In a significant move, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled key nominations for his upcoming administration late Friday, marking a blend of familiar faces and new entrants into the political arena.
Among the notable appointments, Scott Turner, an NFL veteran with prior experience in Trump's first term as the executive director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, has been chosen to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Trump praised Turner's past contributions and expressed confidence in his ability to further the "Make America Great Again" agenda for all Americans.
The nomination of Russ Vought as the director of the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) marks his return to a role he held during Trump's first presidency. Vought is known for his tenure at the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025," where he earned a reputation as a staunch advocate for reducing government spending and deregulation. Trump lauded Vought's commitment to dismantling what he refers to as the "Deep State" and promoting governance that returns power back to the people.
Earlier in the day, Trump announced Lori Chavez-DeRemer as his pick for Labor Secretary and Scott Bessen for Treasury Secretary, further expanding his cabinet selections. Additionally, Alex Wong was named Principal Deputy National Security Advisor and Assistant to the President, bringing previous State Department experience into a crucial national security role. He will be joined by Michael Waltz as National Security Advisor.
In counterterrorism efforts, Dr. Sebastian Gorka was appointed Senior Director for Counterterrorism and Deputy Assistant to the President. Gorka brings over three decades of experience in national security to Trump's team, having advised him during the 2016 primary debates.
On health-related appointments, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a Fox News contributor and medical expert, has been nominated for Surgeon General. For leading the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), former Florida GOP Representative and physician Dave Weldon was chosen. Trump emphasized the critical state of American health and outlined CDC’s pivotal role in addressing disease causes and solutions under Weldon’s leadership.
Dr. Marty Makary has been nominated as Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), rounding out Trump's health nominations with an eye toward addressing pressing health issues facing Americans today.
These nominations showcase Trump's strategy in forming an administration that blends political insiders with professionals from various fields outside traditional political backgrounds, aiming to implement his vision for America over his next term.
Among the notable appointments, Scott Turner, an NFL veteran with prior experience in Trump's first term as the executive director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, has been chosen to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Trump praised Turner's past contributions and expressed confidence in his ability to further the "Make America Great Again" agenda for all Americans.
The nomination of Russ Vought as the director of the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) marks his return to a role he held during Trump's first presidency. Vought is known for his tenure at the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025," where he earned a reputation as a staunch advocate for reducing government spending and deregulation. Trump lauded Vought's commitment to dismantling what he refers to as the "Deep State" and promoting governance that returns power back to the people.
Earlier in the day, Trump announced Lori Chavez-DeRemer as his pick for Labor Secretary and Scott Bessen for Treasury Secretary, further expanding his cabinet selections. Additionally, Alex Wong was named Principal Deputy National Security Advisor and Assistant to the President, bringing previous State Department experience into a crucial national security role. He will be joined by Michael Waltz as National Security Advisor.
In counterterrorism efforts, Dr. Sebastian Gorka was appointed Senior Director for Counterterrorism and Deputy Assistant to the President. Gorka brings over three decades of experience in national security to Trump's team, having advised him during the 2016 primary debates.
On health-related appointments, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a Fox News contributor and medical expert, has been nominated for Surgeon General. For leading the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), former Florida GOP Representative and physician Dave Weldon was chosen. Trump emphasized the critical state of American health and outlined CDC’s pivotal role in addressing disease causes and solutions under Weldon’s leadership.
Dr. Marty Makary has been nominated as Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), rounding out Trump's health nominations with an eye toward addressing pressing health issues facing Americans today.
These nominations showcase Trump's strategy in forming an administration that blends political insiders with professionals from various fields outside traditional political backgrounds, aiming to implement his vision for America over his next term.
