Trump's Cabinet Picks: Billionaires and Business Moguls in Key Roles
TL;DR
Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo Global Management, has emerged as a leading candidate for Treasury Secretary in Donald Trump's potential new administration. Rowan, who has significant support from Trump's confidants and Wall Street donors, is set to meet with Trump to discuss the role. He faces competition from other contenders like Scott Bessent and Kevin Warsh. Rowan's candidacy gains momentum following Trump's appointment of Howard Lutnick to lead the Commerce Department. The decision for Treasury Secretary will require Senate confirmation.
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