Robert Tait

Donald Trump 's vow to deport millions of undocumented migrants has no “price tag”, the president-elect has said, setting the scene for a confrontation between his incoming administration and Democratic officials across the US.

President-elect’s pledge to quash undocumented migration by deporting millions sets stage for Democratic resistance

Trump urges support from Rick Scott, John Thune and John Cornyn for ‘recess appointments’ while US Senate is paused

Incoming chief of staff Susie Wiles reportedly says Trump will reinstate signature policies of first presidency

Up to 30 nominees for vacant federal judgeships could be confirmed by 3 January but potential obstacles remain

Dismay as president-elect picks Matt Gaetz as attorney general and Tulsi Gabbard and Pete Hegseth for key roles

Uncertainty surrounds nominations of Pete Hegseth as defense secretary and Matt Gaetz as attorney general

Matt Gaetz nomination as AG intensifies concerns that president-elect will prosecute former political enemies

Congresswoman demands disclosure of alleged claims of assault and sexual harassment filed against colleagues

Vice-president-elect making rounds as ethics committee weighs releasing report on Gaetz over sexual misconduct claims