Trump excludes Haley, Pompeo from his administration before assuming office

Nov 10, 2024

New Delhi, November 10 (ANI): Days after historic victory against Democrat Kamala Harris, president-elect Donald Trump made a shocking announcement. Taking to X, Trump announced former Republican presidential contender Haley, former Secretary of State Pompeo won’t be asked to join his cabinet. Haley has previously served as South Carolina governor and US ambassador to the UN under Donald Trump’s governance. She endorsed Trump for president despite having criticized him harshly when she ran against him in party primaries. Mike Pompeo earlier served as US Secretary of State and director of Central Intelligence Agency in Donald Trump’s first regime. He was mentioned possible defence secretary in media reports & was also seen as potential Republican presidential candidate before he backed out. Notably, President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to take office on January 20, 2025.