Trump Appointees Encouraged To Coordinate Public Statements As Hearings Approach

President-elect Donald Trump’s team has reminded nominees to avoid public statements without prior coordination as Senate hearings draw closer. Susie Wiles, slated to become White House chief of staff, outlined the instructions in a memo distributed over the weekend.

“All intended nominees should refrain from any public social media posts without prior approval of the incoming White House counsel,” Wiles said, according to a report by the New York Post. The guidance is intended to minimize potential disruptions during the confirmation process.

The memo follows recent debates involving comments by Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk on H-1B visas and other topics, though the instructions were not tied to these incidents. The focus is on maintaining a disciplined approach as Congress prepares to evaluate nominees.

Nominees such as Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are expected to face differing levels of scrutiny, with Rubio likely having an easier path compared to other controversial picks like Pete Hegseth for defense secretary.

The emphasis on coordination reflects the administration’s focus on maintaining consistency and avoiding distractions during this critical period.
The Senate hearings are expected to begin immediately after Congress convenes in the coming days.

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