Linda McMahon: A look at the background of Trump’s pick for Education secretary

The former WWE executive led the Small Business Administration during Donald Trump's first presidency, and she supported his campaigns with financial contributions and her leadership of outside groups.

Trump to nominate Linda McMahon for education secretary

Linda McMahon served as the Small Business Administrator director during Donald Trump’s first term and is the co-founder of WWE.

DeSantis aims to appoint Marco Rubio’s Senate replacement by early January

Floridians will likely know who their next U.S. senator will be by the beginning of January, Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Monday.

Pete Hegseth paid woman after sex assault allegation, lawyer confirms

Fox News host Pete Hegseth, who’s been tapped by Donald Trump to be the next defense secretary, paid a woman who accused him of sexual assault, his attorney confirmed.

Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running

With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.

Farewell, Battleground
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In its season finale, Battleground delivers exclusive insights into Trump's controversial cabinet picks and the emerging power dynamics of his second term. From Matt Gaetz's shocking Attorney General nomination to Elon Musk's expanding influence in Washington, S.E. Cupp examines the personalities who will shape America's future. Plus, after months of comprehensive swing state coverage, the show concludes with a moving reflection on the state of American democracy and the journey that brought us here.

Woman testified Matt Gaetz had sex with her while she was 17 and in high school: Report

An investigation into Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump’s pick for Attorney General, reportedly includes testimony from a woman who said Gaetz had sex with her when she was a 17-year-old high school student, according to ABC News.

Trump Second Term Takes Shape
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Donald Trump names controversial congressman Matt Gaetz as his pick for Attorney General, sending shockwaves through Washington and his own party. Battleground examines this explosive choice and what it means for the Justice Department's future. Plus, as Trump's immigration team takes shape with hardliners Tom Homan and Steven Miller, we explore the reality of proposed mass deportations and their potential economic impact. The show concludes with exclusive focus group insights revealing why swing state vo

Trump nominates RFK Jr. for health secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.

Tampa Area airports find many guns in luggage over Veterans Day Weekend: TSA

Thirteen loaded firearms were taken from passengers while they boarded flights from three different Tampa Bay Area airports, according to TSA.

House balance of power: GOP keeps majority

Republicans will have full control of Congress and the White House, giving them their best shot yet to make big moves on immigration and tax cuts.

Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State

Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State. 

Tariffs, Courts & Cabinet Pick
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As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder

Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency

President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.