Spending More Time With the Family
by tristero
No one wants to work for Trump. Can’t say I blame them. It’s just about the worst thing you could do for your career:
…as he considers casting off old aides, Mr. Trump is finding it challenging to recruit new ones.
The disclosures from investigations stemming from Russian meddling in last year’s election — coupled with the president’s habit of undercutting his staff — have driven away candidates for West Wing jobs that normally would be among the most coveted in American politics, according to people involved in the search.
By the time the first change in what may be a broader shake-up was announced Tuesday, the White House was left without a replacement. Michael Dubke, the White House communications director, said he would step down, but four possible successors contacted by the White House declined to be considered, according to an associate of Mr. Trump who like others asked not to be identified discussing internal matters.
At the same time, talks with two former advisers, Corey Lewandowski and David N. Bossie, about joining the White House staff grew more complicated. Mr. Bossie, a former deputy campaign manager, signaled that he does not plan to join the staff, citing family concerns…
It’s a two-edged sword, but ultimately I think it’s the right call. No one will be able to stave off the disaster that’s about come, or mitigate it. It’s best to stay out away and not get hurt.
It’s also the morally right thing to do. You cannot appease an autocrat.