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Trump taps general for top security gig

Donald Trump has tapped a military veteran, with close to half a century experience, to lead his Department of Homeland Security.

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Republican US President-elect Donald Trump has formally announced Retired General John Kelly, a 45-year military veteran, as his choice to lead the Department Of Homeland Security.

Trump's transition team said in a statement on Monday that Kelly would "spearhead the urgent mission of stopping illegal immigration and securing our borders" as well as streamline the Transportation Security Administration and improve ties between US intelligence and law enforcement agencies.


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