Trump’s Cabinet, White House staff picks: Who’s been nominated so far

President-elect Donald Trump is filling key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on people who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.

‘God Bless the USA’ charts again after Trump’s win

Lee Greenwood confirmed he would be performing “God Bless the USA" during President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration in January 2025.

Who will Trump pick for attorney general after Gaetz’s withdrawal?

Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal as Trump’s attorney general pick has sparked speculation about who will now lead the Department of Justice.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration

Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial pick for attorney general, has withdrawn from consideration for the job after meeting with senators Wednesday.

Elon Musk impersonator accused of stealing up to $600K from woman using Facebook, Bradenton police say

A man pretending to be billionaire Elon Musk on Facebook is facing charges, accused of stealing as much as $600,000 from a woman he befriended on the social network, the Bradenton Police Department said.

1,500 migrants head toward US border, some hoping to arrive before Trump’s second term

Some of the migrants, primarily from Central and South America, are reportedly motivated by a sense of urgency to reach the U.S. before January’s presidential inauguration.

US Foods expansion in Buda will create 165 new jobs

Governor Greg Abbott announced US Foods, Inc. will expand their existing food distribution and warehousing facility in Buda.

What to know about Dr. Oz, the TV host tapped to run Medicare and Medicaid

Mehmet Oz, the celebrity heart surgeon turned talk show host better known as “Dr. Oz,” has been tapped to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Gov. Greg Abbott issues executive order targeting Chinese government operatives in Texas

The order is in response to “Operation Fox Hunt,” a Chinese government initiative intended to root out corruption but in practice has been used to intimidate Chinese citizens living abroad.

Joe Biden turns 82, cementing status as oldest US president in office

President Joe Biden celebrated his 82nd birthday on Wednesday, reinforcing his position as the oldest president in U.S. history.

Trump to nominate Linda McMahon for education secretary

Linda McMahon served as the Small Business Administrator director during Donald Trump’s first term and is the co-founder of WWE.

Trump hush money update: Prosecutors oppose dismissal; sentencing still pending

New York prosecutors filed paperwork Tuesday saying they will oppose dismissing President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, but may be open to delaying his sentencing.

Biden calls for $100 billion aid package following Hurricanes Helene and Milton

President Biden requests $100 billion in emergency disaster relief, urging Congress to provide funds for FEMA, farmers, infrastructure, and recovery efforts following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Trump's cabinet: Who he's picked so far and which positions remain open

President-elect Donald Trump continued his cabinet announcements this weekend with the naming of oil executive Chris Wright as energy secretary.

Trump may attend SpaceX's 'Starship' launch scheduled for Tuesday

Donald Trump’s visit comes as billionaire Elon Musk has been present at the president-elect’s side as Trump continues to make cabinet nominations for his administration.