Trump's Cabinet picks signal shift away from hardline conservatism

Donald Trump’s recent Cabinet picks for his second term are surprising many hardline conservatives. His selections, including Marco Rubio for State and Scott Bessent for Treasury, indicate a shift away from far-right ideologies within his party. Trump's choice of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General has sparked backlash from anti-mask and anti-abortion groups. Her previous comments supporting vaccine misinformation controls have angered segments of his base that oppose public health measures. These appointments suggest Trump may be seeking to build political support in the Senate, potentially in preparation for significant immigration reforms. This approach contrasts with his earlier campaign strategies that often alienated hardline factions.