Tulsi Gabbard's Nomination for Director of National Intelligence

President-elect Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is facing delays in her confirmation process due to missing paperwork and background check. Democrats are accused of stonewalling her nomination, while the transition team pushes for a swift confirmation.

Changes in White House Staff Access to the President

When Donald Trump takes office, the number of individuals with direct access to the president will be more limited, as the new chief of staff seeks to streamline operations and tighten communication lines. The transition team is reducing the number of top White House staff members with the designation of “assistant to the president.”