Trump Names Peter Navarro Senior Counselor

President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Peter Navarro as Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing in his upcoming administration. Navarro, who previously served in Trump's first term and was recently released after a four-month prison sentence for defying a congressional subpoena related to the January 6 investigation, is expected to leverage his extensive experience in trade policy. Trump praised Navarro's effectiveness in enforcing his 'Buy American, Hire American' agenda and renegotiating trade deals. Navarro has characterized his conviction as politically motivated, calling it a 'partisan weaponization of the judicial system.' In addition to Navarro's appointment, Trump revealed other key administration positions, including Michael Whatley as chairman of the Republican National Committee. The move marks a significant return for Navarro, who has maintained a prominent role within Trump's circle, even after his legal troubles.