Trump taps oldest sons and major donors to lead presidential transition team

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Former President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled his presidential transition team, comprising major party donors and his two oldest sons to lead policy and personnel efforts in preparation for a possible return to the White House next year.

The team will be co-led by two of Trump’s top campaign donors: Linda McMahon, who previously served as the administrator of the Small Business Administration, and Howard Lutnick, chairman and CEO of the financial firm Cantor Fitzgerald. The team also includes Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH), Trump’s running mate, and his two eldest sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, as honorary chairmen. 

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