Nominates new Secretary of Commerce

Name: Nominates new Secretary of Commerce
Start: 2026-03-29
Location: United States

Announced intent to nominate a business executive to serve as Secretary of Commerce and submitted the nomination to the Senate for confirmation.

New Commerce leadership will influence trade policy, industrial strategy (including semiconductor efforts) and economic diplomacy.

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Event Details

Date: March 29, 2026
President: Donald Trump
Category: Appointment
Era: Modern Era

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