Alyssa Farah Griffin
Republican Former Administration
Summary
Former White House communications director and co-host of The View who said she is 'genuinely afraid' of Trump and voted for Kamala Harris in 2024.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
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Just to be honest, I'm genuinely afraid of him.
The View discussion about Trump and retaliation
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For the first time in my life, I voted for a Democrat. I voted for Kamala Harris.
The View Election Day episode
Timeline
January 2017
Became Press Secretary to Vice President Pence
Joined Trump administration
2019
Became Pentagon Press Secretary
Moved to Department of Defense
2020
Became White House Director of Strategic Communications
Senior communications role
December 2020
Resigned from Trump administration
Left before end of term
March 2, 2023
Said she was 'genuinely afraid' of Trump on The View
Public warning about a second Trump term
November 5, 2024
Said she voted for Kamala Harris
First time voting for a Democrat
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- White House Director of Strategic Communications (2020)
- Pentagon Press Secretary (2019-2020)
- Press Secretary to Vice President (2017-2019)
- Co-host of The View (2022-present)
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Said she is 'genuinely afraid' of Trump
- 02 Warned about retaliation if Trump returned to office
- 03 Voted for Kamala Harris instead of Trump in 2024
Documentation
Sources
News March 2, 2023
‘The View’ Host Alyssa Farah Griffin Says She’s ‘Genuinely Afraid’ of Trump
https://www.thewrap.com/the-view-alyssa-farah-griffin-afraid-of-trump-video/
News November 5, 2024
The View: Alyssa Farah Griffin Admits She Voted for Harris
https://www.thewrap.com/the-view-alyssa-farah-griffin-votes-kamala-harris/
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