Trump begins assembling Cabinet for second term with key contenders
Donald Trump, having won the 2024 election, is assembling his Cabinet for a second administration. Key contenders include Brooke Rollins and Susie Wiles for chief of staff, and Mike Pompeo for secretary of defense. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may have a significant health role, though his exact position is uncertain. Other potential picks include Richard Grenell for national security and Robert Lighthizer for trade or Treasury. Elon Musk has expressed interest in a role focused on government efficiency, while Marco Rubio and John Ratcliffe are also being considered for key positions in national security and intelligence.