It's official: Trump names Tillerson for secretary of state

President-elect Donald Trump officially nominated Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State on Tuesday. While Democrats questioned Tillerson as a pick, who has previously conducted business with Russia, Trump praised the nominee, calling him a "world class player." The future president noted Tillerson's relationship with Russia is merely business, specifically Exxon and Russia's large oil deposits. Trump said in his statement. In his new role at the State Department, Trump stated Tillerson will promote regional stability and protect U.S. national security interests.