On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump announced his nominees for Cabinet and Cabinet-level positions as he begins his second term.

The nominees represent a combination of political, business, and military leaders, reflecting the administration's focus on experience and expertise in addressing national priorities.

The appointments are subject to Senate confirmation.

Key Cabinet Nominations

Scott Bessent of South Carolina is nominated as Secretary of the Treasury.

Bessent brings financial expertise to oversee the nation’s economic policy and fiscal management.

Pamela Bondi of Florida is nominated as Attorney General.

Bondi, a former Florida Attorney General, is set to lead the Department of Justice.

Douglas Burgum of North Dakota is nominated as Secretary of the Interior.

Burgum, a businessman and former governor, will oversee natural resources and federal lands.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon is nominated as Secretary of Labor.

Chavez-DeRemer will focus on labor laws and workforce development.

Douglas Collins of Georgia is nominated as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Collins, a former congressman, is tasked with supporting U.S. veterans.

Sean Duffy of Wisconsin is nominated as Secretary of Transportation.

Duffy will lead efforts to modernize the nation’s infrastructure.

Peter Hegseth of Tennessee is nominated as Secretary of Defense.

A veteran and commentator, Hegseth will manage the U.S. armed forces.

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. of California is nominated as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Kennedy, known for his work in health advocacy, will address public health challenges.

Howard Lutnick of New York is nominated as Secretary of Commerce.

Lutnick, a business leader, will promote economic growth and trade.

Linda McMahon of Connecticut is nominated as Secretary of Education.

McMahon will focus on improving educational standards and access.

Kristi Noem of South Dakota is nominated as Secretary of Homeland Security.

Noem will oversee efforts to secure the nation’s borders and infrastructure.

Brooke Rollins of Texas is nominated as Secretary of Agriculture.

Rollins will lead agricultural policy and rural development.

Marco Rubio of Florida is nominated as Secretary of State.

Rubio, a senator, will lead U.S. foreign relations.

Eric Turner of Texas is nominated as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

Turner will address housing challenges and urban development.

Christopher Wright of Colorado is nominated as Secretary of Energy.

Wright will manage energy policy and innovation.

Cabinet-Level and Key Agency Appointments

Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii is nominated as Director of National Intelligence.

Gabbard will coordinate intelligence efforts across agencies.

Jamieson Greer of Maryland is nominated as U.S. Trade Representative, with the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.

Kelly Loeffler of Georgia is nominated as Administrator of the Small Business Administration.

John Ratcliffe of Texas is nominated as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.

Elise Stefanik of New York is nominated as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, holding the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.

She will also serve as the U.S. Representative to the UN General Assembly.

Russell Vought of Virginia is nominated as Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

Lee Zeldin of New York is nominated as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

The announced team reflects President Trump’s focus on bringing together individuals with strong records in their respective fields.

The nominations underscore priorities in economic growth, national security, public health, and infrastructure development.

The Senate will now begin the confirmation process for these appointments, which will shape the administration’s policy direction for the coming term.