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.”
Key Points
- Incoming chief of staff seeks to limit the number of assistants to the president
- New structure aims to direct information flow through deputy chiefs of staff
- Access to Trump will still depend on individual relationships
Pros
- Streamlining operations in the White House
- Tightening communication lines with the president
Cons
- Limiting direct access for some staff members