Trump quickly assembles key officials for second administration

President-elect Donald Trump is rapidly appointing key officials for his second administration, focusing on loyal supporters from his 2024 campaign. Notable selections include Matt Gaetz as attorney general and Tulsi Gabbard to lead the U.S. intelligence community. Marco Rubio has been named Secretary of State, marking a significant shift as he would be the first Latino in this role. Trump also plans to nominate John Ratcliffe as CIA director and Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, both known for their strong support of Trump’s policies. Other appointments include Tom Homan for immigration enforcement and Elise Stefanik for the U.N. position. Trump’s choices reflect a commitment to his previous administration's priorities, particularly on immigration and national security.