Overview

• White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Scavino’s appointment and said hiring will emphasize 'America First' loyalty and competence.
• The Presidential Personnel Office manages roughly 4,000 political appointments, including about 1,600 that require Senate confirmation.
• A source familiar with the transition said Scavino will scrutinize current staff as the office shifts to new leadership.
• Sergio Gor departs the post after Trump nominated him to serve as U.S. ambassador to India and as special envoy for South and Central Asia.
• Far-right activist Laura Loomer had sought the role but was not selected, reflecting limits on outside operatives’ influence over hiring.