Trump Considers Trae Stephens, Billionaire Stephen Feinberg for Deputy Secretary of Defense

Nov 25, 2024, 01:58 AM

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering two prominent defense financiers for the position of Deputy Secretary of Defense. Trae Stephens, a partner at Peter Thiel's Founders Fund venture-capital firm, and billionaire investor Stephen Feinberg, who previously led the President's Intelligence Advisory Board, are both under consideration. This potential appointment could indicate a shift in the Defense Department's approach to business, as noted by analysts. The Wall Street Journal highlighted this development, suggesting that the choice of either candidate may reflect Trump's broader strategy for defense policy.