Trump returns to the White House with a mix of longtime allies and new supporters

Donald Trump is returning to the White House with a mix of longtime associates and new allies. Key figures include Susie Wiles, his campaign manager and new chief of staff, and Lara Trump, who serves as co-chair of the Republican National Committee. Other notable associates are Dana White, president of the UFC, and Linda McMahon, a former Small Business Administration head. Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is co-chairing Trump’s transition team, while Boris Epshteyn and Stephen Miller are also prominent aides. Elon Musk has emerged as a significant supporter, investing heavily in Trump’s campaign. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has shifted from a Democratic candidate to endorsing Trump, seeking influence over health policy. Brooke Rollins, a former domestic policy chief, is also expected to play a role in the new administration.