Trump Replaces Christie with Pence as Head of Transition Team

ABC News/State of Indiana(WASHINGTON) — President-elect Donald Trump has asked his running mate, Mike Pence, to take over the transition team efforts from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, ABC News has confirmed.

The announcement, which was initially reported by The New York Times, comes amid speculation over whether members of Trump’s inner circle will be tapped for cabinet positions.

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Christie have been named as vice chairs of the transition team.

Sen. Jeff Sessions and Gen. Keith Kellogg will also have expanded roles in the transition efforts as well, sources said.

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