What are recess appointments and why does Trump want to use them?

Trump's use of recess appointments would bypass the Senate confirmation process for some of the most powerful positions in U.S. government.

Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running

With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.

Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running

With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.

Trump's cabinet nominations: Who's picked and what's still open?

The president-elect is adding nominees to his cabinet as he prepares for another stint in the White House. Here’s what you need to know.

Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State

Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State. 

Trump cabinet selections: See the latest nominations

President-elect Donald Trump has announced several picks for key roles in his second administration.

Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard

Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.

How does Pete Hegseth's experience compare to previous defense secretaries?

The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.

Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency

President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.

Trump appoints Elon Musk to lead Department of Government Efficiency

President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.

Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.

Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.

Who will be Trump’s new press secretary?

As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his administration, speculation surrounds his choice for press secretary, a role that handles media briefings on presidential activities and agenda.

Judge delays ruling on whether to dismiss Trump's hush money conviction

A federal judge has delayed ruling on Trump’s felony conviction in his hush money case on the basis of presidential immunity that was issued by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?

The president-elect is starting to fill out key positions in his administration including selecting Susie Wiles as his new chief of staff. Here are some of his other picks.

Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?

The president-elect is starting to fill out key positions in his administration including selecting Susie Wiles as his new chief of staff. Here are some of his other picks.

Trump picks Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as UN ambassador

President-elect Donald Trump has picked Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as his ambassador to the United Nations.