Trump appoints Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid, Lutnick for Commerce Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, overseeing health insurance programs for millions of Americans. Oz, a former TV host and heart surgeon, aims to reduce waste and promote disease prevention. Trump also selected Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as Commerce Secretary. Lutnick will manage trade policies and tariffs, supporting Trump's agenda to protect American workers. He has previously advocated for significant tariffs on imports. Both appointments are part of Trump's efforts to finalize his Cabinet. Lutnick's role will involve overseeing a wide range of economic activities, while Oz will focus on health care programs critical to many Americans.