Trump Appoints Katie Bailey as New Chief White House Liaison to Congress
The White House has chosen Katie Bailey as the new head of White House Office of Legislative Affairs, less than a month away from the midterm elections and with control of Congress hanging in the balance.
TL;DR
- Katie Bailey has been appointed as the new head of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs.
- The appointment comes less than a month before the midterm elections, with control of Congress in question.
- Bailey previously served as special assistant to the president and deputy director of legislative affairs.
- She has prior experience as legislative director for Sen. Mike Braun and worked on the House Oversight Committee.
- Bailey replaces James Braid, who was instrumental in advancing President Trump's legislative agenda.
- Key legislation pending includes the SAVE America Act, Sunshine Protection Act, and Protect College Sports Act.
- The Trump administration aims to sharpen its messaging and hold its narrow majority in the upcoming elections.
- The House of Representatives is currently in recess until after Election Day.