Trump Mulls DeSantis for Cabinet Role

0:00It's May 2nd. Welcome to U.S. News Today, powered by AI and covering the nation. President Trump just floated the idea of tapping Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for a cabinet spot after his term ends in January. Trump told reporters outside the White House that he likes DeSantis a lot and could consider him once he's out of the governor's office. Their relationship had some bumps, especially when DeSantis challenged Trump for the 2024 Republican nomination. And lately, DeSantis has lined up tight with Trump's agenda on things like immigration crackdowns and redistricting fights. Trump's been shaking up his cabinet recently, with Attorney General Pam Bondi, Homeland Security Secretary Christy Knowham, and Labor Secretary Laurie. Chavez, they re-mer all stepping out. He got former Senator Mark Wayne Mullin confirmed as the new Homeland Security Chief back on March 23rd, but spots for Attorney General and labor are still open. Sources say DeSantis has been pushing for roles like Attorney General, or even Secretary

1:01of War, and maybe a Supreme Court seat down the line. They had a lunch chat at Trump National Daryl Golf Club last month where his future came up, and Trump seems open to helping him land something. With DeSantis eyeing his next move, keep watching how this plays out as Trump's team keeps evolving.