Second cabinet of Donald Trump facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Second Trump Cabinet |
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 Cabinet of the United States |
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The second cabinet of President Trump in August 2025
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| Date formed | January 20, 2025 |
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| President | Donald Trump |
| President's history | President of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present) Chairman of The Trump Organization (1971–2017) |
| Vice President | JD Vance |
| Member party | Republican Party |
| Status in legislature | Majority government (2025–present) |
| Opposition party | Democratic Party |
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| Election(s) | 2024 presidential election |
| Legislature term(s) | 119th Congress |
| Advice and consent | United States Senate |
| Predecessor | Biden cabinet |
When Donald Trump became the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025, he needed to choose a team of advisors. This team is called the President's Cabinet. The President picks people for these important roles, and the United States Senate must approve them. This process is part of the United States Constitution.
Contents
- The President's Cabinet
- How Cabinet Members Are Approved
- Elected Officials
- Key Cabinet Members
- Secretary of State
- Secretary of the Treasury
- Secretary of Defense
- Attorney General
- Secretary of the Interior
- Secretary of Agriculture
- Secretary of Commerce
- Secretary of Labor
- Secretary of Health and Human Services
- Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
- Secretary of Transportation
- Secretary of Energy
- Secretary of Education
- Secretary of Veterans Affairs
- Secretary of Homeland Security
- Selected Cabinet-Level Officials
- See also
The President's Cabinet
The President's Cabinet is made up of important leaders. These leaders manage different parts of the government. Most of them need the United States Senate to agree to their appointment. The Vice President is different because they are chosen by voters in an election.
The Cabinet members meet with the President in the Cabinet Room at the White House. This room is right next to the Oval Office.
In November 2024, President Trump announced a new group called the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This group helps make the government run more smoothly. It is part of the President's Executive Office.
Here are the people chosen for President Trump's Cabinet:
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Elected to office – all other cabinet members serve at the pleasure of the president Yet to be confirmed by the Senate Serving in an acting capacity No Senate consent needed |
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Designee | Office Date announced/confirmed |
Designee |
 Vice President Announced July 15, 2024 Elected November 5, 2024 Assumed office January 20, 2025 |
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U.S. senator |
 Secretary of State Announced November 12, 2024 Assumed office January 21, 2025 |
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 Secretary of the Treasury Announced November 22, 2024 Assumed office January 28, 2025 |
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Key Square Group CEO |
 Secretary of Defense Announced November 12, 2024 Assumed office January 25, 2025 |
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TV host and Army veteran |
 Attorney General Assumed acting office April 2, 2026 |
Deputy attorney general |
 Secretary of the Interior Announced November 14, 2024 Assumed office February 1, 2025 |
Former governor |
 Secretary of Agriculture Announced November 23, 2024 Assumed office February 13, 2025 |
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AFPI president |
 Secretary of Commerce Announced November 19, 2024 Assumed office February 21, 2025 |
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Cantor Fitzgerald CEO |
 Secretary of Labor Announced November 22, 2024 Assumed office March 11, 2025 |
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Former U.S. representative |
 Secretary of Health and Human Services Announced November 14, 2024 Assumed office February 13, 2025 |
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Lawyer and activist |
 Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Announced November 22, 2024 Assumed office February 5, 2025 |
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Former state representative |
 Secretary of Transportation Announced November 18, 2024 Assumed office January 28, 2025 |
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Former U.S. representative |
 Secretary of Energy Announced November 16, 2024 Assumed office February 3, 2025 |
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Liberty Energy CEO |
 Secretary of Education Announced November 19, 2024 Assumed office March 3, 2025 |
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Former SBA administrator |
 Secretary of Veterans Affairs Announced November 14, 2024 Assumed office February 5, 2025 |
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Former U.S. representative |
 Secretary of Homeland Security Announced March 5, 2026 Assumed office March 24, 2026 |
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Cabinet-level OfficialsThese officials hold important roles, similar to Cabinet members. However, they are not leaders of the main government departments. |
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Designee | Office Date announced/confirmed |
Designee |
 White House Chief of Staff Announced November 7, 2024 Assumed office January 20, 2025 |
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Political consultant |
 EPA administrator Announced November 11, 2024 Assumed office January 29, 2025 |
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Former U.S. representative |
 OMB director Announced November 22, 2024 Assumed office February 7, 2025 |
Former OMB director |
 Director of National Intelligence Announced November 13, 2024 Assumed office February 12, 2025 |
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Former U.S. representative |
 CIA director Announced November 12, 2024 Assumed office January 23, 2025 |
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Former intelligence director |
 U.S. trade representative Announced November 26, 2024 Assumed office February 27, 2025 |
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Former USTR chief of staff |
 SBA administrator Announced December 4, 2024 Assumed office February 20, 2025 |
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Former U.S. senator |
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How Cabinet Members Are Approved
For most Cabinet roles, the President chooses a person, and then the United States Senate must approve them. This approval process involves special hearings where senators ask questions. After the hearings, the Senate votes. If enough senators vote "yes," the person is confirmed and can start their job.
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Senate Votes
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Senate confirmation votes of President Donald Trump's second cabinet
Affiliation: D denotes Democratic, R denotes Republican, and I-D denotes an independent who caucuses with Democrats. |
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Elected Officials
The President
Donald Trump became the President after winning the 2024 election. He took office on January 20, 2025.
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Donald Trump | June 14, 1946 (age 79) |
 Florida |
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The Vice President
The Vice President is the only Cabinet member chosen by voters. They do not need Senate approval. Senator JD Vance was chosen as Vice President in the 2024 election. He started his term on January 20, 2025.
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JD Vance | August 2, 1984 (age 41) |
 Ohio |
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Key Cabinet Members
These are some of the main people in the President's Cabinet. Their roles are listed in the order they were created.
Secretary of State
The Secretary of State is a very important role. This person handles how the U.S. interacts with other countries. Senator Marco Rubio from Florida was chosen for this job. The Senate approved him on January 20, 2025, and he started work the next day.
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Marco Rubio | May 28, 1971 (age 54) |
Florida |
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Secretary of the Treasury
The Secretary of the Treasury manages the country's money. This includes taxes and government spending. Scott Bessent from South Carolina was chosen for this role. The Senate approved him on January 27, 2025, and he began his work the next day.
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Scott Bessent | August 21, 1962 (age 62) |
 South Carolina |
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Secretary of Defense
The Secretary of Defense leads the country's military and protects national security. Pete Hegseth from Tennessee was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on January 24, 2025, and he started his job the next day.
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Pete Hegseth | June 6, 1980 (age 45) |
 Tennessee |
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Attorney General
The Attorney General is the chief lawyer for the U.S. government. This person leads the Department of Justice.
President Trump first chose Pam Bondi from Florida for this role. The Senate approved her on February 4, 2025. Her time as Attorney General ended on April 2, 2026.
Currently, Todd Blanche, who was the Deputy Attorney General, is serving as the acting Attorney General.
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Todd Blanche | August 5, 1974 (age 51) |
 New York |
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Secretary of the Interior
The Secretary of the Interior manages federal lands, national parks, and natural resources. Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on January 30, 2025, and he started work the next day.
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Doug Burgum | August 1, 1956 (age 69) |
 North Dakota |
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Secretary of Agriculture
The Secretary of Agriculture helps farmers and ensures a safe food supply. Brooke Rollins from Texas was chosen for this role. The Senate approved her on February 13, 2025, and she started work the same day.
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Brooke Rollins | April 10, 1972 (age 54) |
 Texas |
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Secretary of Commerce
The Secretary of Commerce helps American businesses grow and promotes trade. Businessman Howard Lutnick from New York was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on February 18, 2025, and he started work on February 21, 2025.
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Howard Lutnick | July 14, 1961 (age 64) |
New York |
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Secretary of Labor
The Secretary of Labor works to improve working conditions and protect workers' rights. Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer from Oregon was chosen for this role. The Senate approved her on March 10, 2025, and she started work the next day.
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer | April 7, 1968 (age 56) |
 Oregon |
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Secretary of Health and Human Services
The Secretary of Health and Human Services works on public health and human services programs. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from California was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on February 13, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | January 17, 1954 (age 72) |
 California |
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Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development helps with housing and community development. Scott Turner from Texas was chosen for this role. The Senate approved him on February 5, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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Scott Turner | February 26, 1972 (age 54) |
Texas |
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Secretary of Transportation
The Secretary of Transportation oversees the country's transportation systems, like roads, trains, and airports. Sean Duffy from Wisconsin was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on January 28, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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Sean Duffy | October 3, 1971 (age 54) |
 Wisconsin |
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Secretary of Energy
The Secretary of Energy works on energy policy and nuclear safety. Chris Wright from Colorado was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on February 3, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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Chris Wright | January 15, 1965 (age 61) |
 Colorado |
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Secretary of Education
The Secretary of Education oversees federal education policies and programs. Linda McMahon from Connecticut was chosen for this position. The Senate approved her on March 3, 2025, and she started work the same day.
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Linda McMahon | October 4, 1948 (age 77) |
 Connecticut |
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Secretary of Veterans Affairs
The Secretary of Veterans Affairs supports military veterans and their families. Doug Collins from Georgia was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on February 4, 2025, and he started work the next day.
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Doug Collins | August 16, 1966 (age 59) |
 Georgia |
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Secretary of Homeland Security
The Secretary of Homeland Security works to protect the U.S. from threats and disasters.
Kristi Noem from South Dakota was first chosen for this role. The Senate approved her on January 25, 2025. Her time as Secretary ended on March 24, 2026.
Markwayne Mullin, a U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, was nominated to replace Kristi Noem. He was approved by the Senate on March 23, 2026, and started work the next day.
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Markwayne Mullin | July 26, 1977 (age 48) |
 Oklahoma |
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Selected Cabinet-Level Officials
These officials also hold important positions that are considered Cabinet-level.
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA Administrator works to protect the environment and human health. Lee Zeldin from New York was chosen for this role. The Senate approved him on January 29, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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Lee Zeldin | January 30, 1980 (age 46) |
New York |
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Director of the Office of Management and Budget
The OMB Director helps the President manage the federal budget. Russell Vought from Virginia was chosen for this role. The Senate approved him on February 6, 2025, and he started work the next day.
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Russell Vought | March 26, 1976 (age 50) |
 Virginia |
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Director of National Intelligence
The Director of National Intelligence (DNI) oversees all U.S. intelligence agencies. Tulsi Gabbard from Hawaii was chosen for this role. The Senate approved her on February 12, 2025, and she started work the same day.
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Tulsi Gabbard | April 12, 1981 (age 45) |
 Hawaii |
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Director of the Central Intelligence Agency
The Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) leads the main U.S. intelligence agency. John Ratcliffe from Texas was chosen for this role. The Senate approved him on January 23, 2025, and he started work the same day.
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John Ratcliffe | October 20, 1965 (age 60) |
Texas |
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U.S. Trade Representative
The U.S. Trade Representative handles trade agreements and policies with other countries. Jamieson Greer from Maryland was chosen for this position. The Senate approved him on February 26, 2025, and he started work the next day.
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Jamieson Greer | 1979/1980 |  Maryland |
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Administrator of the Small Business Administration
The Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) helps small businesses grow and succeed. Kelly Loeffler from Georgia was chosen for this position. The Senate approved her on February 19, 2025, and she started work the next day.
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Kelly Loeffler | November 27, 1970 (age 55) |
 Georgia |
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White House Chief of Staff
The White House Chief of Staff is a top advisor to the President. This person manages the White House staff and helps with the President's daily work. Susie Wiles from Florida was chosen for this role. She started on January 20, 2025, and is the first woman to hold this position.
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Susie Wiles | May 14, 1957 (age 68) |
Florida |
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See also
- First cabinet of Donald Trump
- Political appointments of the second Trump administration
- Second inauguration of Donald Trump
- Second presidential transition of Donald Trump
