Decision 2024

RFK Jr. and former Hawaii representative added to Trump team

August 27, 2024 11:57 AM

Published August 27, 2024 12:22 PM

(NBC, KYMA/KECY) - Former President Donald Trump's transition team will have two new members, according to a senior campaign official.

A senior campaign adviser confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that Trump has added Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Hawaii Representative Tulsi Gabbard to his transition team.

Kennedy endorsed Trump on Friday after ending his Independent bid for president while Gabbard, who was once a Democrat, expressed support for the former president at an event on Monday.

The campaign official said the team is proud to have RFK Jr. and former Representative Gabbard onboard, adding, "We look forward to having their powerful voices on the team as we work to restore America's greatness."

Article Topic Follows: Decision 2024

Jump to comments ↓

NBC News

Dillon Fuhrman

If you have any story ideas, reach out to him at dillon.fuhrman@kecytv.com.

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KYMA KECY is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.