The White House under President Joe Biden is facing unprecedented departures, particularly within First Lady Jill Biden’s office, Conservative Brief reported on Wednesday, December 27.
A report from The Daily Mail unveils a series of scandals contributing to a massive turnover in the First Lady’s team.
Former press secretary Michael LaRosa resigned after allegedly breaching security protocols during the NATO Summit in Spain.
The openly gay LaRosa reportedly brought unapproved visitors to the secure floor of the hotel where President Biden was staying, jeopardizing the safety of the First Lady.
Adding to the turmoil, Jill Biden’s communications director, Elizabeth Alexander, has taken a leave of absence to lead the “messaging arm” of President Biden’s 2024 re-election campaign, indicating ongoing challenges in shaping the campaign’s direction.
Rory Brosius, who led the Joining Forces project, also departed, with Sheila Casey set to take over.
Brosius reflected on her journey, highlighting her experience from being a young military spouse interning in 2012 to joining the Biden-Harris Administration.
Amidst the staff shake-up, leaks to the media suggest Jill Biden’s involvement in raging at staffers and attempts to exert control over her husband’s daily activities, adding a layer of controversy to the unfolding drama.
A recent Brookings study reveals that the turnover rate of Biden’s top-level aides is the second-highest since former President Ronald Reagan’s era, with 21 “A-Team staffers” gone after two years.
The White House’s turmoil comes against the backdrop of a new Harvard-Harris poll indicating a surge in support for former President Donald Trump.
The poll shows Trump with a 7-point lead over Biden in approval ratings, reflecting a notable surge in popularity.
The survey also assesses hypothetical contests involving Trump and other prominent Democrats, positioning him favorably against Vice President Kamala Harris and potentially against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Furthermore, the poll highlights concerns among respondents about the country’s direction, indicating a lack of confidence in Biden’s policies.
A substantial 66 percent express worry about the U.S. economy’s direction, aligning with the perception that the current administration may struggle to manage the nation’s financial well-being.
As economic concerns persist, half of respondents report worsening personal finances during Biden’s presidency, while only 21 percent express confidence in avoiding a potential recession.
The collective dissatisfaction with the administration’s performance raises questions about Biden’s approval ratings, which have remained stagnant at just above 40 percent.
Meanwhile, the approval ratings of both the GOP and the Democratic Party show shifts, with a modest increase in congressional approval to 36 percent.
The ongoing drama within the White House and the associated scandals are likely to intensify discussions about leadership and the potential political landscape leading up to the 2024 elections.
