In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump has announced that he is adding Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard to his presidential transition team. This decision comes after both Kennedy and Gabbard endorsed Trump in his race against Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee.
As Trump’s coalition of supporters expands across partisan lines, the addition of Kennedy and Gabbard to the transition team is seen as a strategic move. The team, led by Trump campaign senior advisor Brian Hughes, is expected to play a crucial role in making staffing and policy decisions if Trump wins the presidential election.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who recently suspended his independent presidential campaign, had previously clashed with Trump on the campaign trail. However, his embrace of Trump now signals a shift in allegiance. On the other hand, Tulsi Gabbard, who ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020, left the party in 2022 and has been assisting Trump in debate preparation against Harris.
While the specific roles that Kennedy and Gabbard will play in the transition team are not yet clear, Kennedy has expressed his excitement about being involved in selecting individuals to run the government. Gabbard, on the other hand, has not yet commented on her new appointment.
Kennedy and Gabbard join a diverse team that includes Trump’s sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, as well as his running mate, Sen. JD Vance of Ohio. Vance has expressed his desire to see Kennedy advising Trump on important government appointments. Additionally, Linda McMahon and Howard Lutnick have also been named to the transition team.
The addition of Kennedy and Gabbard to Trump’s transition team reflects a growing trend of bipartisan support for the former president. With a wide range of individuals from different backgrounds coming together, the team is poised to play a significant role in shaping the future of America. As the election date approaches, the impact of these new appointments remains to be seen.
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