Trump nominates Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce

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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as the new Secretary of Commerce. Lutnick will oversee the Tariff and Trade agenda and the Office of the United States Trade Representative. Trump announced the nomination on his Truth Social platform, expressing confidence in Lutnick's capabilities. Lutnick previously served as Co-Chair of the Trump-Vance Transition Team. This nomination marks a significant appointment as Trump builds his administration. Further updates will follow as the story develops.


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