Trump's Cabinet Picks: A New Cohort of Loyalists and Strategists

Following his election victory, Donald Trump is assembling a new team of high-ranking officials for his administration. Key appointees include political allies like Susie Wiles, Elise Stefanik, and Lee Zeldin. These picks signify a continuation of Trump's policies, focusing on border security, economic reform, and geopolitical strategy.

In the wake of his recent election victory, Donald Trump is wasting no time in assembling a new cabinet team, featuring several loyalists and strategists who have worked closely with him in the past. Some of the early notable appointees include Susie Wiles as chief of staff, Tom Homan as 'border czar,' and Elise Stefanik as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.

Wiles, a proven campaign manager, aims to introduce order in the White House staff, while Homan's appointment underscores Trump's commitment to stringent border policies. Stefanik, a staunch supporter of Trump's 'America First' agenda, is positioned to tackle complex international relations at the United Nations.

Meanwhile, Trump has tapped former congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, an appointment poised to bolster Trump's aim to boost the U.S. energy sector by reducing regulations. Lastly, Senator Marco Rubio is anticipated to become the Secretary of State, likely steering U.S. foreign policy toward a more assertive stance.

(With inputs from agencies.)