Trump nominates McMahon for education and Lutnick for commerce in new cabinet appointments
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon to lead the education department and Howard Lutnick to head the commerce department. McMahon previously served as the head of the Small Business Administration and supports charter schools. Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, will focus on tariffs and trade. Trump also selected Dr. Mehmet Oz to oversee health insurance programs for vulnerable Americans. Oz, a former talk show host, has faced criticism for his medical claims and was previously a Senate candidate. His role will involve managing Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act. These appointments mark a shift in Trump's administration, emphasizing business leaders and media figures in key government roles. McMahon and Lutnick are both loyal supporters of Trump, while Oz's selection highlights his controversial background in health discussions.