Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. is under consideration for education secretary by President-elect Donald Trump, the UK Independent reported.

• The Hill: Warren Asks Gao to Review ‘Chaotic’ Trump Transition
• AP: Trump Stance on Illegal Immigration May Aid Private Prisons
• Reuters: Iran Warns of ‘Retaliation’ if Trump Reneges on Deal
• Politico: Trump Owes Ethics Exemption to George H.W. Bush
• The Hill: Krauthammer: Trump’s Clinton Remarks Like ‘A Pardon’

At least six Democratic electors are attempting to both block Donald Trump from winning an Electoral vote majority and to undermine the legitimacy of the Electoral College, reports Politico.

• WashPost: Trump Won’t Pursue Case Against Clinton, Conway Says
• Daily Caller: Obama Admin Fines Police Department For Not Hiring Non-Citizens
• The Hill: Poll: Americans Split on Trump Presidency
•  WashTimes: Anti-Trump Californians File Paperwork, Launch Secession Campaign
• Daily Caller: Keith Ellison Headlined Fundraiser For Muslim Activist Who Called For Palestinians to Embrace ‘The Jihad Way’

Long after Donald Trump said he would keep America “in suspense” about whether he would accept the presidential election results,  the president-elect is now keeping America wondering by showing off a range of job candidates and well-wishers as he puts together his administration, reports Politico.

• Politico: Poll: Trump’s Popularity Soars After Election
• The Hill: GOP Rep: Trump Cabinet Will Have Women in Top Positions
• Daily Caller: Only Five New Clinton Foundation Donors In Third Quarter
• AP: Strong, Sometimes Foul Political Language Marks the AMAs
• Daily Caller: Trump Secures Biggest Ally Yet In Mission to Close Better Trade Deals