Rumors of Chief of Staff John Kelly’s departure have fluxuated between hot and cold essentially since Kelly was first appointed to the role.
But according to new reports from Axios, which first broke the news, and CNN, the end is nigh.
Kelly is expected to leave the White House in coming days, sources familiar with the situation told CNN. The relationship between President Trump and Kelly has cooled so significantly in recent days that the two are no longer speaking and Trump is actively talking with aides about his replacement.
Nick Ayers, Vice President Mike Pence’s chief of staff, remains a top contender, but no final decision has been made.
Corrected headline -“Rat Leaves Sinking Ship”
“Well-oiled machine” or “greased skids”?
That worked out about par for the WH. Go write your book. You could call it Shushed, Cruushed and Flushed.
The White House was outfitted with a western swinging door long ago.
When I was drafted, my dad, who had been career Army, had final words for me as I boarded the bus for basic training. “Never volunteer for anything.” I took that to heart, served my country, and returned home. I think of that when I see another vacancy open up in this Administration. You are signing your death notice if you step in line.