Musk's Influence Looms Over Trump's Treasury Secretary Decision
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Donald Trump is reconsidering his choice for Treasury Secretary after Howard Lutnick, a leading candidate and co-chair of Trump's transition team, reportedly annoyed him by spending too much time around him and possibly manipulating the transition process. Lutnick, backed by Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his support of cryptocurrency, is competing against other candidates like Scott Bessent, Kevin Warsh, and Marc Rowan. Trump's advisors are seeking candidates who will support his tariff plans, with Robert Lighthizer also being considered for a trade-related role.
- Trump Treasury Sec Battle Gets Messy as Musk Goes Public The Daily Beast
- After Flurry of Cabinet Picks, Trump Rethinks Candidates for Treasury Secretary The New York Times
- Musk appears to pressure Trump on Cabinet and tariffs, raising eyebrows Detroit News
- Elon Musk wants Trump to disrupt Wall Street with his Treasury pick CNN
- Trump Broadens Hunt for Top Treasury Job After Jostling Became Messy The Wall Street Journal
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