Trump Finalizes Cabinet with Controversial Picks

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President-elect Donald Trump has rapidly completed his Cabinet selections, announcing nine high-ranking officials in just over an hour on Friday night, followed by the appointment of Brooke Rollins as agriculture secretary on Saturday. This swift decision-making process contrasts with Trump's previous transition, as he opts for anti-establishment loyalists. Key appointments include Scott Bessent for Treasury, Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Labor, Alex Wong for deputy national security adviser, and Janette Nesheiwat for surgeon general. Trump's choices have sparked varied reactions across political and public health circles.
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