Trump Jr. Emerges as Key Architect of Trump's Controversial Cabinet

The president-elect's eldest son is prioritizing loyalty and anti-establishment views in shaping top administration roles.

Donald Trump Jr. has become the most influential family member in his father's presidential transition, shaping key cabinet appointments.
Trump Jr. has championed loyalty and anti-establishment values over traditional qualifications for nominees, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for health secretary and Tulsi Gabbard for intelligence director.
Some of Trump Jr.'s picks, such as Kennedy and Gabbard, are expected to face significant challenges during Senate confirmation hearings due to their controversial pasts.
While Don Jr. successfully advocated for Senator JD Vance as vice president, his push for Ric Grenell as secretary of state was overruled in favor of Senator Marco Rubio.
Despite his influence, Trump Jr. will not hold an official role in the administration, instead focusing on his venture capital fund and podcast while providing informal advice to his father.