CNN’s Scott Jennings Is Early Favorite for Press Secretary | Reports
Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reportedly met with the conservative commentator at the White House’s request The post CNN’s Scott Jennings Is Early Favorite for Press Secretary | Reports appeared first on TheWrap .
The White House is reportedly considering CNN's Scott Jennings as a potential replacement for White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, according to CNN. Jennings met with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles at Mastro’s Steakhouse in Washington, D.C., at the request of the Trump administration, citing two familiar sources.
Multiple staffers believe Wiles supports Jennings for the role, though the search is still early. White House officials have praised Jennings for his competence and television presence, but some question whether he can handle the behind-the-scenes responsibilities that made Leavitt influential. Jennings, a CNN contributor since 2017, has become a prominent conservative voice on the network, known for his combative defenses of Trump and clashes with other commentators.
He previously worked in the George W. Bush administration and advised Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell. Leavitt is leaving the White House in August to spend more time with her family. Wiles is expected to meet with additional candidates before making a decision, while Trump has indicated he wants the process not to be rushed.
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