Katie Bailey tapped as new White House legislative director, sources say

Katie Bailey has been appointed as the new director of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, succeeding James Braid, who stepped down in September. The appointment was made by President Donald Trump and comes less than a month before the November midterm elections, with control of Congress hanging in the balance. Bailey, currently serving as special assistant to the president and deputy director of legislative affairs, will work to advance the administration's agenda in Congress. Her predecessor, Braid, played a critical role in passing significant legislation including the largest tax cut ever and resources for immigration policies and border security measures. Bailey’s extensive experience on Capitol Hill includes working with Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) and previously serving under President Obama in various legislative roles. The job becomes even more challenging as Republicans aim to retain their slim majority in both chambers of Congress.