President-elect Donald Trump is set to meet with President Joe Biden and top lawmakers on Capitol Hill on the same day key Congress leadership positions will be voted on. The Senate Republicans are facing a close race to replace Mitch McConnell, with candidates including John Thune, John Cornyn, and Rick Scott. House Republicans are likely to support Mike Johnson remaining as House Speaker. Trump has already selected two House members, Elise Stefanik and Mike Waltz, for positions in his administration.
In a surprising move, Trump nominated Fox News host Pete Hegseth as the next Defense Secretary, requiring Senate confirmation. Trump also announced the appointment of tech billionaire Elon Musk and former Republican presidential contender Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” focused on reducing government spending, waste, and regulations.
The race to replace Mitch McConnell as Senate leader includes three contenders, with Thune, Cornyn, and Scott being prominent candidates. Trump’s allies, including Musk, are supporting Scott for the position. McConnell is stepping down from his leadership post, making the election for his replacement a significant event in Congress.
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