Howard Lutnick, U.S. Secretary of Commerce

Howard Lutnick

Howard Lutnick (R)

U.S. Secretary of Commerce

Role Summary

This elected official represents constituents by introducing and voting on legislation, conducting oversight of government operations, and serving on committees.

Quick Facts

Party

Republican

Birthplace

Long Island, NY

Family

Married: Allison; 4 Children: Brandon, Kyle, Ryan, Casey

Contact

www.commerce.gov

Election Info

Current Term02/19/2025 — Present

First Elected02/19/2025

Next Secretary Election2026

Education

Bachelors, Economics

Haverford College

1979-1983

Political Career2

Secretary

United States Department of Commerce

2025-present

Co-Chair

Trump-Vance Transition Team

2024

Professional Background2

Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

BGC Partners

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Cantor Fitzgerald

1983-2024

Organizations2

Weill Cornell Medicine

Former Board of Directors Member

Board of Directors of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum

Former Board of Directors Member