Trump's Cabinet Picks: A New Wave of Appointments for Key Positions

Donald Trump has started selecting new cabinet members following his election victory. Key positions include Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, Tom Homan as 'border czar', and Elise Stefanik as U.N. ambassador. Major contenders for treasury include Scott Bessent, John Paulson, and Larry Kudlow.

In the wake of his presidential election victory, Donald Trump is assembling a new cabinet and administration team. Among his early picks are influential figures for crucial roles in defense, diplomacy, and economic policy. Trump has named Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, hoping she will bring order and efficiency to the team.

Adding to his lineup is Tom Homan as 'border czar', charged with overseeing national border security, including significant deportation initiatives. Concurrently, Elise Stefanik has been announced as the ambassador to the United Nations, carrying Trump's bold promises on international issues such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and tensions in Gaza.

Potential figures for the Treasury Secretary include Scott Bessent and John Paulson, who mirror Trump's economic strategies, notably on tariffs. Meanwhile, Linda McMahon is a frontrunner for the Commerce Department, with strong ties to Trump's economic vision. Trump's choices reveal a strategy aimed at reinforcing his controversial policies across his administration.

(With inputs from agencies.)