12-10-2018, 12:22 PM
(12-10-2018, 05:34 AM)Duchess Wrote: It's a "big thing" when the president of the United States of America cannot get qualified people to work for him, particularly when it's normally such a coveted job. Wait until you see who he puts in there, that will show you just how difficult it is to fill that role and why it's a big deal.
I think Trump's personality and style makes the Chief of Staff position in his administration even more critical than most administrations.
But, Trump's made it clear that he doesn't like having restrictions and doesn't respond well to strong advice/recommendations from his direct-reports when it's not what he wants to hear.
Chief of Staff is a tough (albeit coveted) job anyway. It's gotta be even tougher given Trump's style, the investigations and re-election bid underway, and the cast of characters (including family members) with competing agendas within the administration.
I can see a lot of potential candidates rejecting consideration because they fear it won't be the usual stepping stone position and instead a political career-ender. But, who knows? Maybe a great risk taker will raise his or her hand.