All articles tagged with #legislative affairs
James Braid, the White House's director of legislative affairs and a key liaison to Congress, is leaving the administration. He helped push President Trump's agenda through a narrow GOP majority and was involved in major bills, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and a bipartisan housing measure. His departure comes amid lower approval ratings and a wave of senior staff exits.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued a memo requiring nearly all Defense Department personnel to obtain prior approval before engaging with Congress or state lawmakers, aiming to improve communication accuracy and coordination, but raising concerns about potential restrictions on information flow and logistical challenges.
Joel Graham has been appointed as NASA's new associate administrator for the Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs, bringing over 15 years of experience in government and private sector policy, and will oversee communications with Congress and advise on legislative matters.
President Joe Biden has appointed Shuwanza Goff, a longtime Hill aide and the first Black woman to hold the position, as his director of legislative affairs. Goff's appointment comes at a critical time as high-stakes spending negotiations with Republicans approach, and she is expected to navigate a divided government and a potential government shutdown threat. Goff is well-respected on both sides of the aisle and has strong relationships with House Republicans, including Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Her appointment has been praised for bringing diversity to the role, addressing concerns raised by congressional Democrats.
Louisa Terrell, the White House director of legislative affairs and one of President Joe Biden's longest-serving aides, is set to leave the White House at the end of July. Terrell, who has been a trusted advisor to Biden for two decades, played a crucial role in the administration's legislative wins and nominations. Known for her emotional intelligence and mentorship of younger women, Terrell's departure will leave "huge shoes to fill" in the Biden administration.
Louisa Terrell, President Joe Biden's director of legislative affairs, is set to step down from her position. Terrell played a crucial role in passing key legislative priorities, including the bipartisan infrastructure bill and the Inflation Reduction Act. Speculation about her departure had been growing as opportunities for pushing additional legislation through the House diminished after Republicans regained control. President Biden praised Terrell's contributions and did not specify her departure date. Terrell has a long history with Biden, having worked for him as a counsel for the Senate Judiciary Committee and as his deputy chief of staff in his personal Senate office.