Trump's closest allies have accused Haley and Pompeo of being so-called deep state moles, arguing they would plot to undermine his 'America First' agenda. As he lays the groundwork for his inauguration on 20 January, Trump will meet outgoing President Joe Biden in the coming days.

In a statement posted on Truth Social, President-elect Donald Trump announced that former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be joining his new administration.