Alina Haba, an ally of President-elect Donald Trump, announced Thursday that she is “thrilled” to be asked to be the next White House press secretary but has decided to decline the role.
Haba is one of the few people whose name has been mentioned as a possible candidate for Trump since his historic election victory. Haba has come under fire in the media for representing Trump in his legal battles.
“While I am honored by the support and speculation, the role of press secretary is not the role I have in mind. I love shouting from the podium, but I plan to be more active in other roles.” [administration] It’s going to be epic! I’m so proud of the Trump team, our newest appointments, and our 47 people!” Haba said With X.
“Hire loyal and smart staff.”
mediaite reported Earlier this week, Mr. Hubba was identified as the frontrunner for the press secretary position and held a meeting at Mar-a-Lago about the role.
“Donald Trump is a top programmer and chief producer. He cast the role on air,” a source told Mediaite. “Arena is camera ready and tested from day one. But more importantly, she has experience from being on the presidential front lines for the past four years.”
Axios report Others being considered include Trump campaign national affairs secretary Caroline Leavitt, former ESPN host Sage Steele and CNN contributor Scott Jennings. Mr. Jennings, an appointee of former President George W. Bush, made a name for himself this election cycle as a staunch Trump defender who outnumbered his liberal guests and hosts.
The Trump campaign's top communications staffers, Stephen Chan and Daniel Alvarez, are vying for the position of White House communications director.
Sean Spicer, who served as the first press secretary during the Trump administration's first term, provided advice For those who continue their previous jobs.
“First, stay informed about what the president thinks about policy and personnel matters. Check in with him often and double-check as needed. He's the president's own He is the best spokesperson. Despite what his staff may say, the decision is always his, and the exact words in which he communicates the decision or announcement are important,” Spicer wrote.
“Hire staff who are loyal and smart. We only have about a dozen people in our news bureaus, so we can't afford to have rogues or dishonest people on our teams,” he added. “There will be countless feuds between staff and attempts by inexperienced young people to write 'process stories' to make money and write exposés. If you hire dedicated and focused people, , it can be avoided.”
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