President-elect Trump made a notable appearance cageside at the UFC pay-per-view card in New York City on Saturday night, accompanied by a lineup of cabinet picks and elected officials. The atmosphere at Madison Square Garden was electric as Trump entered to enthusiastic cheers and chants of 'USA, USA.'
Among those joining Trump were Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, who have been selected to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, as well as Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's choice for director of national intelligence. Also present was Robert Kennedy Jr., Trump's pick for the Department of Health and Human Services.
Speaker Mike Johnson, R-LA, and Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump were also in attendance, showing their support for the president-elect. UFC President Dana White, a longtime fan of Trump, was by his side, highlighting their shared history dating back to a 2001 UFC event at Trump Taj Mahal.
Trump's swift cabinet appointments following his Presidential Election victory on Nov. 5 have been a focal point. Chris Wright, CEO and founder of Liberty Energy, was announced as the pick to lead the Department of Energy in Trump's new administration. The pace of nominations and announcements has been notably quicker than during Trump's first administration in 2016, with the transition team emphasizing Trump's commitment to prioritizing 'America first.'
Transition spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt underscored that Trump's cabinet picks reflect his mandate from the American people to fulfill campaign promises and continue the mission of 'Making America Great Again.' The rapid rollout of cabinet selections signals Trump's dedication to appointing highly qualified individuals who align with his vision for the country.
