Overview

• Olivia Troye, a former Pence national security adviser, has cautioned women entering Trump's second administration about a hostile work environment.
• Troye described the culture as 'chauvinistic' and predicted it would be worsened by influential figures like Elon Musk, JD Vance, and Donald Trump Jr.
• She urged incoming staffers to stay true to their values despite the anticipated challenges and intimidation.
• Troye, a vocal Trump critic, supported Kamala Harris in the 2024 election and has shared her concerns in a Substack post.
• Matt Gaetz, initially considered for attorney general, withdrew his candidacy, with Pam Bondi now nominated for the role.