Trump Hints at Cabinet Positions for Gabbard, Kennedy, Musk If He Wins Election

Former President Donald Trump recently expressed skepticism about running for the presidency again in four years if he loses the upcoming election. In an interview with Sharyl Attkisson that aired on Sunday, Trump stated, "No, I think that that will be, that will be it. I don’t see that at all." He emphasized his hope for a successful bid this November. The Trump campaign has yet to comment on his statements.

Potential Cabinet Appointments

During the interview, Trump was asked about possible Cabinet appointments in the event of a second term. He did not rule out the possibility of including figures such as former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, tech billionaire Elon Musk, or former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Health and Environment Focus

Trump suggested that Kennedy, who suspended his presidential bid and endorsed the former president, would be "great on health and on the environment." However, he did not confirm any specific Cabinet positions for potential appointees, stating, "It’s too early, but it’s getting to be that time, wouldn’t you think?"

Commonsense Leadership

On Gabbard, who previously ran in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary and has since endorsed Trump, the former president remarked, "She’s like a commonsense person." He acknowledged her popularity in Hawaii and expressed confidence in her potential contributions.

Government Waste and Costs

Trump acknowledged Musk's endorsement and emphasized the tech billionaire's potential role in addressing "government waste." He characterized Musk as a "big cost cutter" and noted that both of them are proficient in that area. Although Trump initially downplayed the likelihood of Musk serving in his Cabinet due to his business commitments, he suggested Musk could provide valuable ideas as a consultant.

Government Efficiency Commission

Earlier this month, Trump announced his intention to adopt Musk's proposal for a government efficiency commission aimed at cutting federal spending. He also mentioned that Musk had agreed to lead the commission "if he has time."