Mark Albrecht exemplifies the spirit of commitment and dedication that ran through the Trump transition team. As a leading figure at NASA, he brought his deep space knowledge to the mix, adding another layer of expertise to the diverse abilities present on the group.
On the team too was Chris Anderson from the office of Senator Steve Daines, though his specific role in this arena is not well-defined. Meanwhile, Jeff Anderson of The American Main Street Initiative, despite not having any known association, was active in other areas, particularly as the Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics.
Michael Anton from Hillsdale College became the Deputy assistant to the President for Strategic Communications on the National Security Council. A position that showcased his skills in strategic planning and communication, often the voice of reason during these transition times.
Then there was EJ Antoni from The Heritage Foundation, another key player who exhibited strong leadership abilities even amidst the absence of a known connection. Andrew Arthur from the Center for Immigration Studies became a Panel member at the Federal Labor Relations Authority, providing insights on immigration issues and labor relations.
Paul Atkins of Patomak Global Partners, brought his financial expertise to Trump’s transition team assisting in creating policies about financial regulations. This highlighted the all-inclusive nature of the Trump transition team, accommodating an array of specialists to ensure balanced decision-making.
Julie Axelrod from the Center for Immigration Studies became Senior adviser to the associate policy director for the Environmental Protection Agency. Her presence amplified the team’s commitment to environmental issues. James Bacon, previously the Operations director for the Presidential Personnel Office, further bolstered the team.
James Baehr became a Special assistant to the president in the Domestic Policy Council, once again showcasing the array of expertise housed within Trump’s team. There was also the involvement of Stewart Baker from Steptoe and Johnson LLP, another highly valued team member without a publicly known connection.
Erik Baptist from the Alliance Defending Freedom joined the Environmental Protection Agency as a resident lawyer, reinforcing the team’s dedication to environmental conservation. Brent Bennett from the Texas Public Policy Foundation and John Berlau from the Competitive Enterprise Institute, though not explicitly linked, were also believed to have contributed constructive ideas.
Russell Berman from the Hoover Institution became Senior policy adviser in the State Department – a critical role that saw him guiding policy decisions at the highest level. Sanjai Bhagat from the University of Colorado, Boulder, though not directly connected, was yet another key influencer.
Stephen Billy from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America joined as Senior adviser in the Office of Management and Budget. Matt Bowman from Alliance Defending Freedom was made the Deputy general counsel at the Department of Health and Human Services, strengthening the team’s legal fortitude.
Julie Kirchner from the Federation for American Immigration Reform played a two-fold role: she was the Ombudsman of citizenship and immigration services at the Department of Homeland Security and an Immigration adviser on Trump’s 2016 campaign. Her extensive experience in immigration matters proved invaluable during the transition period.
The Department of Justice and Office of Management and Budget saw the dedicated services of Kenneth A. Klukowski from Schaerr Jaffe, as he engaged in numerous positions. His transition role was as a Senior adviser for Constitutional rights, a capacity in which he excelled.
In the Treasury Department, Adam Korzeniewski from the American Principles Project took charge as Counsel, their fiscal policy guided by his astute judgement. Bethany Kozma from Keystone Policy took up a key role as the Deputy chief of staff at the U.S. Agency for International Development, where she dedicated her efforts to ensuring the smooth administration of international development programs.
Lastly, James R. Lawrence III from Envisage Law doubled as the Deputy general counsel of the Department of Health and Human Services and chief counsel of the Food and Drug Administration, ensuring the legal dimensions of these pivotal departments remained flawlessly handled. The services of these committed individuals, along with countless others, ensured the successful transition that took place under Trump’s presidency.