Trump's plan to use military in deportations is a 'terrible idea,' legal expert says

President-elect Donald Trump said he intends to deploy military personnel to enact his mass deportation plan—something that legal scholars and several Illinois officials say he can't legally do.

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's controversial Cabinet choices pose early challenge for lawmakers
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Some of President-elect Donald Trump's more daring and controversial Cabinet picks could put lawmakers to the test before his second administration even begins.

President-elect Trump's cabinet picks in for a fight
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President-elect Donald Trump has been putting together his cabinet, but there's been a lot of controversy with some of his picks.

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: Who's been nominated so far and what's still open?

President-elect Donald Trump has kept Washington on its toes this week with a rapid-fire of Cabinet nominations, some of whom have raised more than a few eyebrows.

Pete Hegseth was flagged by fellow service member as possible 'Insider Threat,' AP reports

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Defense nominee, was flagged by a fellow service member as a potential “Insider Threat" over a tattoo linked to far-right groups, AP reports.

Trump’s cabinet picks spark criticism from Illinois political leaders: 'Totally unqualified'

Some of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks are being criticized by many of Illinois' senior Democratic leaders, but Republicans are also raising concerns, particularly about the choice for attorney general.

Last actions the Biden administration will take before Trump moves in

The Biden administration is working to finalize actions on key policies before President-elect Donald Trump makes his transition to the White House for a second term in office. Here is what we know.

LGBTQ Trump supporter says she's being pushed out by her friends after revealing her vote

Tanya Tsikanovsky says she's an "out and proud" lesbian. After voting for Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020, she decided to vote for Donald Trump in 2024.

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 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 taps allies for Cabinet positions
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President-elect Donald Trump continued to make selections for his new Cabinet, nominating Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to take charge of the the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy Jr. is a well-known skeptic of vaccines, joins Florida congressman Matt Gaetz, who is facing investigations for sexual misconduct.

Trump nominates RFK Jr. for health secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.