Stephanie Grisham
Republican Former Administration
Summary
Former White House Press Secretary who said she was terrified of Trump running again and later endorsed Kamala Harris in 2024.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
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I don't think he is fit for the job. I think that he is erratic. I think that he can be delusional. I think that he is a narcissist and cares about himself first and foremost. And I do not want him to be our president again.
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I am terrified of Trump running in 2024.
Timeline
2017
Joined Trump administration
Initially worked for First Lady's office
June 25, 2019
Became White House Press Secretary
Never held a press briefing during tenure
April 7, 2020
Became Chief of Staff to First Lady
Moved back to East Wing
January 6, 2021
Resigned on January 6
Left immediately after Capitol attack
October 4, 2021
Publicly denounced Trump
Called him unfit for office
August 4, 2024
Endorsed Kamala Harris
Crossed party lines
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- White House Communications Director (2020-2021)
- Chief of Staff to the First Lady (2020-2021)
- White House Press Secretary (2019-2020)
- Press Secretary to the Vice President (2017-2019)
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Trump is erratic and delusional
- 02 Trump is a narcissist who puts himself first
- 03 Trump is not fit to be president
- 04 January 6 was a breaking point
Documentation
Sources
News October 4, 2021
Ex-Trump Aide Stephanie Grisham Says 'I Am Terrified' of Trump Running in 2024
https://abcnews.go.com/US/exclusive-trump-aide-stephanie-grisham-terrified-trump-running/story?id=80398083
News August 4, 2024
Harris team launches GOP group with endorsements from ex-Trump officials
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4809725-kamala-harris-campaign-gop-initiative-prominent-republican-voices/
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