Trump's New Administration Lineup: Excludes Pompeo & Haley
President-elect Donald Trump rules out former Cabinet members Mike Pompeo and Nikki Haley from joining his upcoming administration. Despite their support in his latest campaign, they will not be part of his team. Trump won the presidency, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris, in the November 5 elections.
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Donald Trump, newly re-elected President of the United States, announced he will not include Mike Pompeo or Nikki Haley in his forthcoming administration. This decision marks a departure from his previous Cabinet, where both served key roles.
Trump, aged 78, claimed victory over current Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 elections, becoming the 47th president. His first presidential term lasted from January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021.
Though Pompeo and Haley initially opposed Trump in the Republican primaries, they later endorsed his campaign, with Haley announcing her support at the Republican National Convention. Despite their contributions, Trump expressed gratitude for their service without extending invitations to join his new administration.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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