Donald Trump is preparing to select his top team ahead of his return to the White House, after Kamala Harris vowed a “peaceful transfer of power”
In her first speech since losing the election, Harris told supporters: “I know many people feel like we are entering a dark time, but for the benefit of us all, I hope that is not the case”
In a decisive victory, Trump won five of the seven battleground states – and is ahead in the final two yet to declare, Nevada and Arizona
Meanwhile, Republicans have retaken control of the US Senate; they also lead the contest to control the House of Representatives, but it could take days for a final result.
During his campaign, Donald Trump made a few promises – some more concrete than others – about who he wants to see in his administration. Here’s a look at who he might bring in to help him in his second term:
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Susie Wiles: She’s seen as playing an instrumental part in Trump’s presidential race, and could be his next chief of staff. Former domestic policy adviser Brooke Rollins is also considered a potential for the role.
Robert F Kennedy Jr: Trump has said – if elected – the former independent candidate and vaccine sceptic can “go wild” with food and medicines. Though it’s not guaranteed that the Senate would confirm Kennedy in a cabinet post.
Mike Pompeo: The former CIA director and secretary of state in Trump’s last presidency is dubbed as a contender for defence secretary.
Ric Grenell: He served as US ambassador to Germany and acting director of national intelligence in Trump’s last administration. He’s considered a contender for secretary of state or national security advisor.
Elon Musk: We’ve seen and heard a lot of Elon Musk – the world’s richest man – this election. Trump hinted at handing Musk a non-Cabinet role in his administration to help eliminate government waste in what the billionaire referred to as the “Department of Government Efficiency”.
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