Monday 5 December 2016

BREAKING NEWS: Donald Trump hires former campaign rival Ben Carson as Housing Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen former campaign rival Ben Carson, pictured, to become secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development

President-elect Donald Trump has picked former campaign rival Ben Carson to become secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Trump's decision, announced early today by his transition office, comes as the real estate mogul continues a series of interviews, meetings with aides and other deliberations aimed at forming his administration.

Carson was among the 16 candidates who challenged Trump for the Republican nomination before the election

In a statement, Trump says he's 'thrilled to nominate' Carson, saying he 'has a brilliant mind and is passionate about strengthening communities and families within those communities.'



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