Trump prioritizes loyalty in cabinet appointments for second term

President-elect Donald Trump is rapidly appointing cabinet members for his second term, focusing on loyalty over experience. This approach marks a shift from his first term, where he selected more traditional Republican figures. Key appointments include Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services and Pete Hegseth for Defense, contrasting with his 2016 choices like Tom Price and James Mattis. Trump's current picks reflect his strengthened ties with the Republican base. Other notable selections are Kristi Noem for Homeland Security and Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, both of whom have become strong Trump supporters. This contrasts with previous appointees who often clashed with him, highlighting a significant change in Trump's strategy.