The Trump Administration is once again experiencing a personnel change at the forefront. Dan Scavino, previously serving as Deputy Chief of Staff, will now additionally take over the leadership of the Presidential Personnel Office. This move further expands the former president's inner circle of power.
Sergio Gor, who previously held this position, is praised by Trump for his 'wonderful work.' However, in politics, praise is often just the harbinger of departure. Gor is to receive a new assignment, though details have not yet been disclosed.
Scavino is considered a close confidant of Trump and has been part of his team for years. His appointment as personnel chief underscores the importance of loyalty in the Trump world. Critics see this as a further consolidation of the inner circle and a departure from broader personnel policy.
The personnel matter is once again causing speculation in Washington about the future orientation of the Administration. Whether Scavino will actually bring fresh air to the personnel office or merely act as another Trump loyalist remains to be seen.