Trump names RFK Jr as health secretary and delivers first speech since election win

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Donald Trump delivered his first speech since winning the US presidential election, emphasizing his commitment to ending the war in Ukraine and naming Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his health secretary. Trump praised Kennedy as a "great mind," despite mixed reactions in Washington. In his speech at Mar-a-Lago, Trump also announced Doug Burgum as interior secretary and joked about Elon Musk's new role overseeing a 'Department of Government Efficiency.' He highlighted plans to address issues in the Middle East and reform government agencies. Trump's nomination of Matt Gaetz for attorney general raised concerns due to past investigations into his conduct. Gaetz recently resigned from Congress, which may affect his confirmation process. Trump claimed his victory has boosted market enthusiasm.


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