Trump appoints Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Howard Lutnick to head Commerce Department

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, overseeing health insurance for millions of Americans. Oz aims to improve disease prevention and reduce waste in healthcare spending. Trump also selected Howard Lutnick, a Wall Street executive, to head the Commerce Department. Lutnick will focus on implementing Trump's tariff and trade policies and managing the Office of the United States Trade Representative. Both appointments are part of Trump's transition team efforts to fill key administration roles. Oz's nomination follows his previous Senate run, while Lutnick is known for his connections in the business community.