Former President Trump has announced several key appointments to his team, most notably naming Alina Habba as Counselor to the President. In a Truth Social post, Trump praised Habba's unwavering loyalty and legal acumen, highlighting her understanding of the legal system and her role as a positive example for women in law and politics. He also mentioned her recent recognition as Chaldean Woman of the Year and congratulated her family.

Habba expressed her honor at the appointment on X (formerly Twitter). In addition to Habba, Trump nominated Christopher Landau as Deputy Secretary of State to work alongside Secretary of State nominee Marco Rubio, emphasizing their shared commitment to an "America First" foreign policy.

Trump lauded Landau's previous service as Ambassador to Mexico and his legal experience, including clerking for Supreme Court Justices Scalia and Thomas. Michael Needham was appointed Counselor of the Department of State, having worked extensively with Rubio, and Michael Anton was named Director of Policy Planning at the State Department, with Trump citing his experience in government, the private sector, and academia.

Finally, Trump congratulated Brian Schimming on his re-election as chairman of the Wisconsin GOP, acknowledging Schimming's contributions to Republican victories in the state and expressing his anticipation of continued collaboration.