Trump Nominees Advised To Limit Public Statements Ahead Of Hearings

President-elect Donald Trump’s transition staff has instructed nominees to exercise caution with public communications as confirmation hearings approach. Incoming White House chief of staff Susie Wiles issued a memo emphasizing the need for discretion to avoid unnecessary complications.

“All intended nominees should refrain from any public social media posts without prior approval of the incoming White House counsel,” Wiles wrote in the memorandum, according to the New York Post. The guidance aims to ensure a smooth confirmation process for nominees slated to appear before the Senate in January.

Although the memo was not tied to recent online debates involving Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, it arrives as public comments from appointees have attracted attention. Both Ramaswamy and Musk have faced criticism from pro-Trump accounts on X over their comments about immigration and cultural issues.

Nominees such as Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL), Trump’s choice for secretary of state, are expected to encounter little opposition. However, others, including Pete Hegseth, nominated for defense secretary, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated for Health and Human Services, are likely to face heightened scrutiny during the hearings.

This push for controlled messaging highlights the incoming administration’s focus on presenting a united and disciplined front as it prepares to assume office.

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