President Trump names Katie Bailey as White House legislative affairs director

President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that Katie Bailey will serve as the White House legislative affairs director. According to The Hill, Trump posted the announcement on Truth Social. Bailey previously served as the deputy director for legislative affairs before taking on the top position. [4]

Bailey replaces former director James Braid, who left the position earlier this year ahead of the November midterm elections, as reported by The Hill. MEAWW News and the Washington Examiner both report that Bailey will lead White House outreach and serve as the chief liaison to Congress. [4][5][6]

Donald Trump took office as the 47th president on January 20, 2025. The Republican Party currently holds simple majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. [8]

The appointment comes less than a month before the midterm elections. The Washington Examiner reported that control of Congress remains hanging in the balance as the election approaches. [6]