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Howard Lutnick's Bold Moves Reshape Trump's Administration

4/17/2025

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Howard Lutnick, a former Wall Street titan worth over $2 billion, now plays a pivotal role in Donald Trump's administration as transition co-chair. His push for aggressive tariffs sent shockwaves through global markets. At 63, Lutnick's bold initiatives, like merging the U.S. Postal Service with the Commerce Department, embody Trump's vision of blending business savvy with governance.

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Howard Lutnick, a former Wall Street titan worth over $2 billion, now plays a pivotal role in Donald Trump's administration as transition co-chair. His push for aggressive tariffs sent shockwaves through global markets. At 63, Lutnick's bold initiatives, like merging the U.S. Postal Service with the Commerce Department, embody Trump's vision of blending business savvy with governance.