Trump selects Chris Wright as energy secretary while Musk calls for public input on Treasury pick
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, as his energy secretary. Wright is known for opposing climate change initiatives and supports oil and gas development, aligning with Trump's energy policies. Elon Musk has suggested that the public should have a say in selecting the next Treasury secretary. He endorsed Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, over Scott Bessent, emphasizing the need for change in financial leadership. Trump has also announced other cabinet picks, including Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Matt Gaetz for Attorney General. He has yet to fill key positions, including Treasury, Education, and Labor secretaries.