Trump Picks Gen. James Mattis As His Defense Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has now chosen nominees for nearly half of the Cabinet-level jobs in his incoming administration.
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In Idaho Lumber Country, Trump Voters Wait To See If He Can Jumpstart Jobs
The state is a Republican stronghold, but even Idahoans have doubts on whether President-elect Donald Trump can help the timber industry recover after job cuts and a series of mill closures.
5 Questions About Donald Trump's Cabinet Picks And His Economic Plan
Key economic players Steve Mnuchin and Wilbur Ross, nominees for Treasury and Commerce respectively, are Wall Street veterans. Does their selection match up with Donald Trump's populist message?
Carrier Will Keep 1,000 Jobs In U.S., But Trump Faces A Much Tougher Problem
Like President Obama, Trump must deal with the millions of old-school, middle-skill jobs, like manufacturing, that just aren't coming back.
Journalist On Trump's Potential Conflicts Of Interest: 'They're Everywhere'
The New York Times' Eric Lipton says that Donald Trump could take actions as president that would benefit his business holdings. But Lipton doubts congressional Republicans would probe such conflicts.
Trump's Loans From Troubled German Bank Pose Conflict Of Interest
His new hotel's $200 million renovation was financed by Deutsche Bank. The Justice Department is set to impose a multibillion-dollar fine on the bank. And Trump will oversee the Justice Department.
Pelosi Overcomes Challenge To Win Re-Election As House Democratic Leader
The California Democrat got 134 votes to Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan's 63, but it was the most serious challenge to her leadership she has faced since taking over the top slot in the House in 2003.
Trump Taps Billionaire Investor Wilbur Ross For Commerce Secretary
Wilbur Ross Jr. is a donor and longtime associate of Trump's. Ross has grown rich by buying troubled companies and restructuring them with layoffs and budget cuts.
Trump Says He Will Pull Back From Businesses But Offers No Details Yet
In a series of tweets, President-elect Donald Trump tried to tamp down growing concerns that he will not separate his vast global business interests from his role as head of the U.S. government.
Trump Picks Steve Mnuchin To Lead Treasury Department
Mnuchin is a hedge fund CEO and longtime Wall Street banker. His involvement in the spike in foreclosures following the housing market's crash could complicate his confirmation.