Confirmation Nominees Urged To Limit Public Engagement

As the Senate prepares for hearings, President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team has advised appointees to limit public engagement. A memo issued by incoming White House chief of staff Susie Wiles stresses the need for controlled communication.

The directive, shared with nominees over the weekend, asks them to avoid posting on social media or making public statements without prior clearance from the incoming White House counsel. According to the New York Post, the move seeks to prevent controversies from affecting the hearings.

The reminder comes amid discussions surrounding comments made by Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk on immigration, which drew criticism on X. While unrelated, the timing underscores the administration’s desire to maintain focus during this pivotal period.

Nominees like Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) are expected to move through the confirmation process with ease. Conversely, figures like Tulsi Gabbard, tapped for director of national intelligence, and Pete Hegseth, nominated for defense secretary, may face intense questioning.

The guidelines are part of a broader effort to ensure nominees remain focused on their upcoming hearings without additional distractions.

The hearings are scheduled to begin soon after the swearing-in of the new Congress later this week.

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