Senate Confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary
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Senate Confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

A longtime Wall Street executive, Mr. Lutnick will take on a broad portfolio that includes defending U.S. business interests and overseeing restrictions on technology exports.
Trump Is Eyeing Greenland. His Commerce Nominee Has Financial Ties There.
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Trump Is Eyeing Greenland. His Commerce Nominee Has Financial Ties There.

Howard Lutnick, who has agreed to divest his financial interests if he is confirmed, is one of several allies of President Trump who have held or explored potential mining investments on the island.