A Look into the Trump Cabinet
The Trump Caucus is a group of staunch supporters of former President Donald Trump within the Republican Party. These members have been vocal in their support for Trump’s policies and have often been at the forefront of defending his actions and promoting his “Make America Great Again” brand. Here’s a brief overview of some key members and a little bit about them.
Pete Hegseth
Pete Hegseth is set to play a significant role in the Trump administration as the Secretary of Defense. Pete has been active in conservative politics and media. He has been a political commentator for Fox News since 2014 and co-hosted “Fox & Friends” from 2017 to 2024.
Before becoming a political commentator, Pete served in the military from 2003 to 2014 and again from 2019 to 2021, participating in deployments to Guantánamo Bay, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He received several awards, including the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantryman Badge.
Pam Bondi
Pam Bondi has been chosen to replace Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. Bondi, who served as Florida’s Attorney General from 2011 to 2019, has a long history in law and politics. She spent nearly 20 years as a prosecutor in Hillsborough County, Florida, where she was an assistant state attorney.
Bondi is known for her strong stance on crime and her involvement in high-profile cases. She was also part of Trump’s defense team during his first impeachment trial in 2020. Bondi has been a vocal supporter of Trump and has served on various commissions and boards during his first term.
Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio, a long-time senator from Florida and a former presidential hopeful, has been named Secretary of State in Trump’s administration. Rubio, the son of Cuban immigrants, has emphasized his working-class roots and has been a significant figure in shaping Trump’s foreign policy.
Scott Bessent
Scott Bessent, a hedge fund CEO and founder of Key Square Capital Management, has been nominated as Treasury Secretary. Bessent is notable for being the first LGBTQ+ person to lead the Treasury if confirmed.
Brooke Rollins
Brooke Rollins, president of the America First Policy Institute, has been asked to lead the Department of Agriculture. Rollins served as White House domestic policy chief during Trump’s first term and has been a long-time ally.
Elon Musk
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been a prominent figure in the tech industry. Born in South Africa, Musk moved to Canada and later to the United States, where he became a citizen. He is known for his visionary ideas in space travel and renewable energy.
Vivek Ramaswamy
Vivek Ramaswamy, an American entrepreneur and author, founded Roivant Sciences and co-founded Strive Asset Management. Born to Indian immigrant parents, Ramaswamy graduated from Harvard University and Yale Law School. He has been a vocal critic of ESG initiatives and ran for the Republican nomination in the 2024 presidential election before endorsing Trump.
Linda McMahon
Linda McMahon, co-founder of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and former head of the Small Business Administration, has been nominated to lead the Department of Education. McMahon has a background in business and has been a long-time supporter of Trump.
These members, among others, form the core of the Trump Cabinet, working to advance Trump’s policies and maintain his influence within the Republican Party.