On September 26, 2019, the Senate confirmed McCarthy as Army Secretary. President Trump appointed Esper Acting Defense Secretary and nominated him for Defense Secretary.

This is a list of political appointments of officeholders made by the 47th president of the United States, Donald Trump.

Jan 21, 2025 · President Donald Trump’s top nominees to run the department are still awaiting approval from Capitol Hill, and these officials will help steer the department in the interim. Pete …

Department of Defense. Office Nominee Assumed office Left office Secretary of Defense: Chris Miller: November 9, 2020 January 20, 2021 Deputy Secretary of Defense: David Norquist: …

Dec 12, 2024 · Among those are Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Fox News personality Pete Hegseth, who is facing headwinds over allegations of sexual misconduct, financial …

Her appointment would reinforce Trump’s policies on law enforcement, immigration, and federal prosecutions. These selections reflect Trump’s broader agenda, with foreign relations, defense ...

Dec 23, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump has announced his picks for key Pentagon positions, including deputy secretary of defense and undersecretaries for the policy, …

5 days ago · President Donald Trump is working to fill out his Cabinet – ranging from roles in the Department of Energy to the CIA. Trump’s picks have so far succeeded in Senate confirmation …

President-elect Donald Trump made a flurry of Defense appointments on Sunday afternoon in support his embattled Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth.

Jan 28, 2025 · President Trump signed a bevy of new executive orders that could significantly transform the Defense Department by banning transgender troops and DEI, reinstating COVID …