**Trump Announces New Key Appointments for Second Term Administration**

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a series of high-profile nominations in preparation for his return to the White House. Among the significant appointments is Jay Clayton, who Trump has selected to serve as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Clayton previously led the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) during Trump’s first administration and was once considered a potential candidate for Treasury secretary.

"Jay is going to be a strong Fighter for the Truth as we, Make America Great Again," Trump declared in his announcement on Truth Social.

Clayton’s tenure at the SEC was marked by notable events, including the decision to sue Elon Musk, a new Trump confidant, for making misleading statements to Tesla investors. This history adds a layer of intrigue to Clayton's nomination for the prominent judicial position.

In addition to Clayton, Trump revealed plans to nominate attorneys Todd Blanche and Emil Bove to the second and third highest ranks in the Department of Justice. Both attorneys have a history of representing Trump in various criminal cases, signifying Trump's trust in their capabilities and loyalty.

Furthermore, Dean John Sauer has been appointed to the position of solicitor general. Sauer is recognized for his role in representing Trump during the Jan. 6 case, in which the Supreme Court affirmed that presidents have immunity for "official acts."

Trump's administration also includes the controversial nomination of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) for attorney general. Gaetz, a staunch Trump ally, was announced as the choice for this critical role on Wednesday.

As Trump builds his team for his second term, he is drawing heavily from campaign staff, political allies, and loyalists from his first administration. This new assembly appears to be more closely aligned with the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement compared to his initial team constructed in 2016.