President-elect Trump revealed several significant appointments to his administration, focusing on key roles within the U.S. Treasury Department. Among the notable appointments is Ken Kies, a seasoned tax lawyer with 47 years of experience, who will serve as assistant secretary for tax policy. Kies has previously held prominent positions such as chief of staff for the Joint Committee on Taxation and chief Republican tax counsel of the House Ways and Means Committee.
Additionally, Alexandra Preate, an accomplished executive in public relations, has been appointed as senior counsel to the secretary. Hunter McMaster will take on the role of director of policy planning, while Daniel Katz, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a Yale graduate, will serve as chief of staff.
Samantha Schwab, who previously worked in the White House Office of Legislative Affairs during Trump's first term, has been appointed as deputy chief of staff in the Treasury Department.
Trump also announced diplomatic appointments, with Benjamin Leon James set to become the next U.S. ambassador to Spain. James, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, has an inspiring background of coming to the U.S. from Communist Cuba at a young age and building a thriving business.
Joe Popolo has been appointed as the next U.S. ambassador to the Netherlands. Popolo's impressive track record includes transforming the Freeman Company into a leading live event brand experience company and his involvement in various business ventures.
Lastly, Cora Alvi, who most recently served as the national deputy finance director for Donald J. Trump for President Inc., will take on the role of deputy chief of staff in the administration.
Trump expressed confidence in his appointees, describing them as hardworking patriots dedicated to the mission of making America great again.
