Donald Trump may look to Texans to fill out Cabinet

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Here are some potential names]( As Donald Trump assembles a leadership team for his second term in the White House, solidly Republican Texas will likely provide names for his short list to help lead the country. The state’s conservative politics and strong influence on national policy and elections have made Texas [fertile ground for GOP presidents]( to find Cabinet members. Trump has signaled his interest in a few Texans and drawn several others close during the campaign. 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