Trump Picks Katie Bailey As New White House Legislative Affairs Director
President Trump offered Katie Bailey the job as director of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs on Friday, October 9, 2026, and she accepted.[1] Her appointment comes less than a month before the midterm elections, with GOP control of both chambers at risk.[1]
Bailey will replace outgoing legislative affairs director James Braid, who stepped down last month.[1] She currently serves as special assistant to the president and deputy director of legislative affairs.[1] She previously served as legislative director for Sen. Mike Braun.[1]
James Braid stepped down last month, leaving the post vacant as the White House sought an experienced hand on Capitol Hill.[1] Bailey's prior roles on the Hill and inside the White House had put her in close contact with lawmakers, making her the internal candidate to fill the gap.
Her performance will be watched as lawmakers and the White House navigate the remaining weeks before the elections.
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- On Friday, October 9, 2026, President Trump offered Katie Bailey the job of director of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, and she accepted.
- Bailey will replace outgoing legislative affairs director James Braid, who stepped down last month.
- Bailey currently serves as special assistant to the president and deputy director of legislative affairs and previously was legislative director for Sen. Mike Braun.
- Her appointment comes less than a month before midterm elections, with GOP control of the House and Senate at risk.
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