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Axios spoke to eight former Harris aides who largely believe she won't mount a 2028 bid, arguing she’s acting more to maintain influence than to prep a run—though some see a 50-50 chance. They point to her cautious posture, donor hesitation, midterm campaigning, a book move, and staff changes as signs she may opt out, while one former aide warns the race could still tilt toward a bid.
Sen. John Fetterman publicly pushed back against anonymous former aides who described him as apathetic and skipping constituent meetings, calling the Wall Street Journal report a smear from disgruntled staffers and arguing the texts were taken out of context. He defended his record, pointed to meetings with CHOP officials and condolences for police and veterans, and warned he could leave the Democratic Party over Israel policy, highlighting a rift with his own party amid debates over foreign policy and his potential 2028 reelection."
Several close aides—Natalie Harp, Dan Scavino and Walt Nauta—joined Trump on a smaller jet after he left Air Force One during the NATO summit in Ankara, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also aboard. Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remained on the larger Air Force One. Officials reportedly arranged the switch via a catering truck to minimize risk after a threat to the larger plane. Trump later downplayed the secrecy, saying he simply followed what Secret Service and the military wanted for safety.
Aides reportedly warned President Trump that he would likely be booed by the crowd at this year’s Super Bowl, a concern that helped shape his decision not to attend. The claim, drawn from two insiders familiar with the situation and two White House briefings, notes that viral clips of a hostile reception could overshadow the event. Trump has attended major sports events recently, but this year officials prefer to avoid potential viral moments amid anti-Trump performers and other scrutiny.
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has dismissed two top aides, Heather Flick Melanson and Hannah Anderson, amid a leadership shakeup, leaving the department seeking replacements as it faces scrutiny over vaccine policies and health initiatives.
President Biden's aides have implemented protective measures to shield him from verbal slips and physical stumbles, including using shorter stairs and ending news conferences abruptly. This reflects concerns about his tendency for gaffes, particularly as the oldest person to hold the office. After a special counsel's report, Biden responded to reporters in a scrum, defending his memory despite aides' attempts to end the interaction.
Testimony from Boris Johnson's former aides, Lee Cain and Dominic Cummings, revealed their frustration and exhaustion in dealing with the then-prime minister's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in the early days. WhatsApp messages shown during the public inquiry into the outbreak depicted Cummings expressing frustration at having to prevent Johnson from making "stupid" statements, while Cain admitted being exhausted with him. The messages also revealed concerns from then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak about the impact of a lockdown on the markets. Cain later admitted that working with Johnson during the crisis was challenging due to his skill set.
Senator Dianne Feinstein, Democrat of California, relies heavily on her aides to function in the Senate due to her age, frail health, and memory issues. Her aides push her wheelchair, remind her how and when to vote, and explain what is happening when she grows confused. They also shield her from the press and public. Her aides have come under scrutiny as many are concerned about her refusal to relinquish a post that she is not capable of fulfilling without heavy and constant reliance on her aides.