**Trump’s Cabinet Reflects Limited Diversity in Spite of Campaign Promises**

Donald Trump’s electoral win was marked by significant gains among Latino and Black men voters, promising a shift in the political landscape. However, the composition of his Cabinet highlights the enduring dominance of white men in Washington. Despite some recent high-profile selections, Trump’s Cabinet features only three individuals of color, mirroring the makeup of his first-term team.

This week, Trump named Scott Turner, a former Texas lawmaker and motivational speaker, as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer, a Republican representative from Oregon, as Secretary of Labor. Both Turner and Chavez-DeRemer belong to the Black and Hispanic communities, respectively, which falls in line with Trump's earlier term practices for these roles.

A significant appointment on Trump's part is Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, potentially making Rubio the highest-ranking Hispanic official in U.S. history. If confirmed, Rubio would surpass Alberto Gonzales, the former Attorney General under President George W. Bush, in the presidential line of succession.

There are voices within the Republican Party that support Trump's choices, highlighting individuals' capabilities over their ethnic or gender backgrounds. Alberto Gonzales, a former Attorney General, applauded Trump’s diversity within key Cabinet positions like State, Treasury, Justice, and Defense. Similarly, former South Carolina GOP state party chair, Alex Stroman, emphasized the importance of a Cabinet diversified through a variety of life experiences.

Furthermore, Trump's picks include five women for top roles, which is an increase from the two women in his first Cabinet. Brooke Rollins, Linda McMahon, Kristi Noem, and Pam Bondi join Chavez-DeRemer in this regard, although some were secondary or redirected choices, highlighting a nuanced approach to their appointments.

Critics, however, argue that Trump's overall approach lacks a genuine emphasis on diversity. Civil rights activist Al Sharpton criticized the picks, asserting that Trump, who once claimed to be the "best president for Black America since Abraham Lincoln," no longer prioritizes this demographic.

On the contrary, Trump's allies stress his commitment to a lean and effective government. Under the advisement of figures like Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, Trump focuses on finding individuals aligned with his governance philosophy, aiming to cut down $500 billion in Congressional authorizations. Other notable appointments in his administration include Tulsi Gabbard, of American Samoan and Hindu heritage, and Alex Wong, an Asian American, highlighting some degree of ethnic inclusion.

Ultimately, as Trump's administration takes shape, it portrays an intricate balance between ideological diversity and specific qualifications, driven more by policy alignment than by demographic representation.