Several nominees face critical tests in the U.S. Senate before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House on Monday. Here’s a look at what Americans said in this latest poll.

Several of President-elect Donald Trump’s picks for high-profile roles in his administration have walked back their earlier stances on foreign intelligence gathering, vaccinations and women serving in combat roles as they prepare for confirmation hearings this week.

Some of Trump's more controversial picks for Cabinet positions are set to face the Senate for confirmation hearings this week.

Will Trump's controversial slate of Cabinet nominations get enough votes to pass the Senate? After the first week, a couple of things seemed clear.

The picks for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet arrived for the inaugural ceremonies, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Marco Rubio, Kristi Noem, Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi and Doug Burgum.

What effect do you think that will have on the military and the country? Gene: David, you know how impenetrable Pentagon culture is. Changing it is like, well, turning around an aircraft carrier. To the extent that the military is committed to diversity and inclusion,

The president’s carefully chosen appointments represent his vision and priorities for his return to the White House

The Senate has confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving President Donald Trump the first member of his Cabinet. The vote was unanimous.

As Donald Trump returns to the White House on January 20, Republicans will have a majority in the Senate. This means that his Cabinet nominees will likely face an easier path to confirmation, even for those who may have surrounded themselves with controversies.

The new administration is set to face significant challenges, including heightened geopolitical tensions, economic recovery, and domestic political polarisation.

With less than two days to go before US president-elect Donald's Trump is sworn into office, FRANCE 24 takes a look at some of Trump's top picks including controversial figures such as defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth,