Trump considering Fox Business host Larry Kudlow for top economic job: Report

President-elect Trump is considering tapping Fox Business Network host Larry Kudlow for a senior economic policy role in his administration, WSJ reported.

Updated on: Nov 15, 2024, 22:43:56 IST

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President-elect Donald Trump is considering tapping Fox Business Network host Larry Kudlow for a senior economic policy role in his administration, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.

Larry Kudlow speaks before President-elect Donald Trump during an America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) (AP)

Trump’s advisers feel Kudlow could be a contender to lead the National Economic Council, possibly the Treasury Department, the report said, adding that Kudlow has met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago.

Trump pressures US Senate with divisive cabinet picks

Trump, 78, began shaping his team with a number of unremarkable selections, naming conservative Florida senator and foreign policy hawk Marco Rubio for secretary of state.

But then came a quartet of nominations for leaders of sprawling federal departments in his new government who have little or no relevant experience -- but a history of loyalty to the incoming president.

"Presidents are entitled to have the people that they want in these key positions to carry out the mandate that's been delivered to him by the voters of the United States," Rubio said Wednesday.

The most controversial nomination, far-right former congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general, was being investigated by the US Congress over allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use until Wednesday.

Robert Kennedy Jr, a vaccine skeptic, will be the new health secretary if Trump gets his way, while Tulsi Gabbard, a conspiracy theorist who has been accused of spreading Kremlin propaganda, will be director of national intelligence.

Rounding out the most divisive nominations, ex-Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth has been tapped to run the world's most powerful military, having never managed a large organization.

Trump has also nominated some of his personal attorneys to be top ranking Justice Department officials.

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Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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