President-elect Trump selects Howard Lutnick, Cantor Fitzgerald CEO, as Commerce Secretary.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as his nominee for Commerce Secretary. Lutnick will oversee the Department of Commerce and the Office of the United States Trade Representative, playing a key role in implementing Trump's tariff plans. Known for guiding his company through the 9/11 attacks, Lutnick is a billionaire with extensive business connections and has supported Trump's policies. His confirmation faces no significant hurdles due to the Republican majority in the Senate.

November 19, 2024
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