“Susie is tough, smart, innovative and is universally admired and respected,” Trump said in his announcement. He added, “I have no doubt that she will make our country proud.”
This appointment differs significantly from his 2016 selection of Reince Priebus, the Republican National Committee chair, with whom Trump had limited prior association. The current choice reflects Trump’s preference for a trusted insider.
The appointment received broad support from Trump’s associates. Many considered it essential to have a chief of staff in position as the president-elect begins selecting personnel for various roles, including Cabinet positions.
US President Joe Biden assured ‘peaceful and orderly’ transfer to Donald Trump.
Brooke Rollins, who leads a pro-Trump policy institute and served in his previous administration, was also considered for the role. However, Trump’s current advisers were hesitant about Rollins, who maintains close ties with Jared Kushner, as her policy positions often diverge from those favoured by Trump’s core supporters.
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