President Donald Trump appoints Katie Bailey to lead the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, making her the administration’s main liaison to Congress. NBC News reports the appointment takes effect as Bailey is tasked with managing outreach between the White House and lawmakers.
CBS News describes Bailey as currently serving as a special assistant to the president and deputy director of legislative affairs. The Washington Examiner adds that the decision comes shortly before the midterm elections and amid uncertainty about which party controls Congress, framing the move as part of the administration’s efforts to maintain or build legislative momentum.
Across the outlets, the core details align: Bailey is selected to head the legislative affairs office, and her role is focused on coordinating communication and outreach between the White House and Congress. The reports also consistently characterize Bailey’s prior positions within the legislative affairs operation.
