5 Things to Know About Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Choice for Secretary of Defense
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Army combat veteran and longtime Fox News host Pete Hegseth as his pick to be the next secretary of defense.
6 Things to Know About Kristi Noem, Trump’s Nominee for Homeland Security Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
Los Angeles Mayor Pushes for Official Sanctuary City Status Before Trump Assumes Office
LA Mayor Karen Bass said city doesn’t have law officially designating it a “sanctuary” for illegal immigrants and this should be changed before Trump takes office.
Republicans Retain House Majority, Completing Trifecta
Republicans are officially on track to retain their majority in the House, handing the GOP control of the White House and both chambers of Congress.
How Trump Could Transform Indo–Pacific Policy
Trump’s second term in office will likely bring sweeping changes to the nation’s Indo–Pacific policy and ongoing strategic competition with China.
Republicans Win Trifecta Control of Government–What Happens Now?
With Republicans projected to retain control of the U.S. House, the GOP has won a trifecta in the federal government for the first time since 2016.
Trump Picks Rubio, Longtime China Hawk, for Secretary of State
Trump picked Florida’s three-term senator, Marco Rubio, to be nominee for Secretary of State, setting the tone for a more hawkish admin on U.S. foreign policy.
Trump Selects Matt Gaetz as US Attorney General
President-elect Donald Trump on Nov. 13 said he’s selecting Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) to be attorney general in the second Trump administration.
Trump Picks Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence
Trump has named former congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as his pick for the Director of National Intelligence role in his incoming administration.
Sen. John Thune Elected Senate GOP Leader
Senate Republicans selected Sen. John Thune of South Dakota as their new leader in the 119th Congress, succeeding Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.
Biden Meets With Trump at the White House
The president congratulated Trump on his win and said he looks forward to a smooth transition. Trump expressed appreciation for the president’s remarks.
Trump Names Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to Lead New Government Efficiency Department
Trump names Musk and Ramaswamy to lead DOGE to offer advice on improving efficiency, reducing waste, and shrink the size of government by July 2026.
