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Trump Lawyer Alina Habba Rejects Press Secretary Speculation

 November 15, 2024

As President-elect Donald Trump readies his administration for an upcoming term, key appointments and changes in White House protocol are taking shape.

Alina Habba, Trump's senior adviser and attorney, has officially declined any possibility of becoming the next White House press secretary, Fox News reported.Alina Habba, known for her close advisory role to Trump, took to social media platform X to dispel rumors and clarify her position. “I am not considering the role of press secretary, despite support and speculation,” stated Habba.

She expressed a preference to serve the administration in other capacities, adding, “Although I love screaming from a podium I will be better served in other capacities.” Her enthusiastic declaration about the administration’s future, “This administration is going to be epic!” underscores her ongoing commitment in a different role.

Exploring Options for Press Secretary

With Habba out of the running, the spotlight turns to other potential candidates for the press secretary role. Among those considered are Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt, former Trump official Monica Crowley, former ESPN host Sage Steele, CNN contributor Scott Jennings, and Republican National Committee spokeswoman Elizabeth Pipko.

The role of the press secretary, critical in daily communications, involves representing the president to the press corps housed in the James Brady Press Briefing Room.

However, the Trump administration plans to overhaul traditional media access, focusing on MAGA-friendly outlets which may redefine interactions with the press under the new press secretary.

Trump’s Cabinet Takes Shape

Meanwhile, Trump actively fills high-profile positions in his cabinet. He nominated former Congressman Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., to serve as attorney general. Recently cleared by a DOJ investigation into allegations against him, Gaetz resigned in preparation for his new role, despite expectations of an ethics investigation.

Trump also appointed Tulsi Gabbard, the former Democratic and later independent congresswoman, as the director of national intelligence.

These selections highlight Trump's strategy of bringing familiar faces and allies into key positions, potentially shaping the policies and direction of his administration for years to come.

Revamping White House Media Access

Part of Trump’s strategy includes a direct challenge to the conventional press access in the White House. The administration aims to prioritize MAGA-friendly media organizations over mainstream outlets, which could lead to a significant transformation in how the White House engages with the media.

This shift represents a pivotal change in White House communications strategy, moving away from traditional media interplay, which has been a cornerstone of past administrations.

The implications of such changes are far-reaching, affecting not only how policies are communicated but also how they are received by the public, emphasizing the importance of the press secretary’s role in shaping public perception.