DeStefano, 39, played a key role in the White House political shop during the midterm elections campaign while also supervising the Office of Public Liaison. He is generally well-liked within an administration beset by warring factions and is trusted by Trump, who has clashed with older, more established figures like John F. Kelly, the retired Marine general who is leaving as chief of staff at the end of the year.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 13, 2018 21:56 UTC