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Trump’s allies are already jockeying for high-powered spots in his administration | CNN Politics

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Trump loyalists are jockeying for positions in a new administration on the heels of his decisive victory, sources say.

The president-elect could announce his decision on some key positions within days , sources tell CNN .

Susie Wiles , his 2024 co-campaign manager, is the frontrunner for the White House chief of staff, sources close to Trump say.

The president-elect and his team have been discussing the potential for a czar-like position with a broad remit and direct, regular access to the president.

Questions have been raised about whether Kennedy could get confirmed or obtain a security clearance necessary for a Cabinet -level position.

Immigration and law enforcement will be among the most important roles he fills.

Trump is expected to lean on longtime allies and loyalists, while tapping into Wall Street heavyweights to round out his domestic agencies.

Several names are being batted around for Treasury secretary, including Scott Bessent , who prepared Trump for his economic club speeches.

A number of others are also being floated for the UN ambassador job, including Morgan Ortagus and Kelly Craft .

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