NEW LIST: Trump announces 11 more appointees to serve in his administration

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President-elect Donald Trump announced a new batch of 11 appointees to serve in his administration on Thursday, just four days ahead of his Inauguration Day.

Below are Trump’s announcements, which he posted on Truth Social:

Wells Griffith: Under Secretary of Energy at the United States Department of Energy

It is my honor to announce that Wells Griffith will be the next Under Secretary of Energy at the United States Department of Energy.

During my First Term, Wells served as the Senior Advisor to the CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, Senior Director for Energy and Environment on the National Security Council, as well as Acting Assistant Secretary for International Affairs at the Department of Energy.

Wells will now work with our highly respected Secretary of Energy Nominee, Chris Wright, to DRILL, BABY, DRILL, and unleash American Energy Dominance.

Congratulations Wells!

Dr. Darío Gil: Under Secretary for Science and Innovation at the United States Department of Energy

I am pleased to announce that Dr. Darío Gil will be the next Under Secretary for Science and Innovation at the United States Department of Energy.

Darío is a brilliant businessman and scientist, with a distinguished record as the Chairman of the National Science Board, and Senior Vice President and Director of IBM Research. He previously served on the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology during my First Term.

Darío is an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering, and received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT.

Congratulations Darío!

Brandon Williams: Under Secretary for Nuclear Security and the Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration at the United States Department of Energy

I am pleased to announce that former Congressman Brandon Williams will serve as the next Under Secretary for Nuclear Security and the Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration at the United States Department of Energy.

Brandon is a successful businessman and Veteran of the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Nuclear Submarine Officer, and Strategic Missile Officer. He is a graduate of Pepperdine University, and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Congratulations Brandon!

Bill Pulte: Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency

I am pleased to announce that Bill Pulte will serve as the next Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

Bill needs no formal introduction to the Great Citizens of our Country, because they have seen, and many have experienced, his philanthropy firsthand. He believes in the incredible potential of our Nation, and will help us restore the American Dream FOR ALL.

Congratulations Bill!

Chris Stallings: United States Assistant Administrator for Disaster Recovery and Resilience of the Small Business Administration

I am pleased to announce that Chris Stallings will be the United States Assistant Administrator for Disaster Recovery and Resilience of the Small Business Administration.

Chris Stallings currently serves as the Director of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency. He will work closely with Kelly Loeffler, our next Small Business Administrator, to make sure that when disasters happen, our Government responds quickly and capably to protect our Small Businesses, which are the backbone of our Economy.

Congratulations Chris!

Luke Lindberg: United States Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agriculture Affairs at the Department of Agriculture

I am pleased to announce Luke Lindberg will serve as the next United States Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agriculture Affairs at the Department of Agriculture.

During my First Term, Luke served as Chief of Staff and Chief Strategy Officer at the Export-Import Bank, where he earned the Distinguished Service Award. He is currently the President & CEO of South Dakota Trade, and a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of District Export Councils.

Luke will work to make sure American Farmers and Ranchers get the smart Trade Deals that they deserve.

Congratulations Luke!

Olivia Trusty: Commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

I am pleased to announce that Olivia Trusty will serve as a Commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Olivia is currently the Policy Director on the United States Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where she has fought tirelessly to grow the Economy, empower Innovation, and reignite the American Dream. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Georgetown University.

Olivia will work with our incredible new Chairman of the FCC, Brendan Carr, to cut regulations at a record pace, protect Free Speech, and ensure every American has access to affordable and fast Internet.

Congratulations Olivia!

Dr. Troy Meink: United States Secretary of the Air Force

I am pleased to announce that Dr. Troy Meink will be the next United States Secretary of the Air Force.

Troy currently serves as the Principal Deputy Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, and began his career as a KC-135 Tanker Navigator, and later, as a test engineer for missile defense systems.

Troy will work with our incredible Secretary of Defense Nominee, Pete Hegseth, to ensure that our Nation’s Air Force is the most effective and deadly force in the World, as we secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH.

Congratulations Troy!

Dudley Hoskins: United States Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulator Programs at the Department of Agriculture

I am pleased to announce that Dudley Hoskins will be the United States Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulator Programs at the Department of Agriculture.

Dudley currently serves as Counsel on the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and previously spent four years at USDA during my First Term, as the Chief of Staff for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, and Senior Advisor to the Secretary. He will work with our great Secretary of Agriculture Nominee, Brooke Rollins, to make sure American food is the safest and healthiest in the World.

Congratulations Dudley!

Richard Fordyce: United States Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation at the Department of Agriculture

I am pleased to announce that Richard Fordyce will be the next United States Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation at the Department of Agriculture.

Richard is a proud fourth generation soy, corn, and beef cattle farmer, who served as the Administrator of the Farm Service Agency at USDA during my First Term, and was formerly Missouri’s Director of Agriculture.

He will work closely with our wonderful Secretary of Agriculture Nominee, Brooke Rollins, to ensure that our incredible American Farmers and Ranchers have the support they need to feed our Great Nation, and the World.

Congratulations Richard!

Michael Boren: U.S. Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment at the Department of Agriculture

I am pleased to announce that Michael Boren will serve as the United States Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment at the Department of Agriculture.

Michael is a successful businessman, who has founded six companies, including Clearwater Analytics. He has also served as a volunteer fireman for Sawtooth Valley Rural Fire Department, and as a board member of the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.

Michael will work to reinvigorate Forest Management at a time when it is desperately needed.

Congratulations Michael!

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