Musk urges public input on Treasury Secretary as Trump finalizes Cabinet picks

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As President-elect Donald Trump selects his Cabinet, Elon Musk has suggested that the public should have a say in choosing the Treasury Secretary. Musk endorsed Howard Lutnick over Scott Bessent, calling for feedback on the decision. Trump has already announced several Cabinet picks, including Florida Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Matt Gaetz for Attorney General. He also named Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, making her the youngest in history. Key positions still remain, including the heads of Education and Labor Departments. Lutnick is seen as a candidate who supports cryptocurrency, while Bessent is viewed as a more traditional choice.


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