The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment. In her position as assistant secretary of state, Taylor served as Pompeo’s chief liaison to Capitol Hill. “You have shown grace and respect in listening to my opinions, and your remarkable leadership has made me a better leader and team member. ADThe White House has come under heavy criticism after federal authorities forcefully swept away peaceful demonstrators protesting Floyd’s death at Lafayette Square across the street from the White House. The White House has denied the protesters were removed so the president could hold a photo op.

Source: Washington Post June 18, 2020 21:50 UTC