Donald Trump Donald John TrumpOmar fires back at Trump over rally remarks: 'This is my country' Pelosi: Trump hurrying to fill SCOTUS seat so he can repeal ObamaCare Trump mocks Biden appearance, mask use ahead of first debate MORE is considering billionaire investor Wilbur Ross to be his Commerce secretary, according to CNN.

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Ross, 78, met with Trump Sunday at the president-elect's private New Jersey golf course.

Trump was asked before the meeting if he was considering Ross for the position.

He said: "That's what we're looking for."

According to a CNN source, Ross is being considered seriously for the role.

He would need Senate confirmation if nominated by Trump.

Ross would not comment on the possibility, only telling CNN he and Trump had "a great conversation."

Ross made his billions in the steel and coal industries.

The New Jersey native is worth nearly $3 billion.