James Braid, White House Congressional Liaison, Resigns

James Braid, the director of legislative affairs at the White House, has reportedly resigned after 19 months in the role. His departure is part of a series of exits from the Trump administration, which has seen several high-profile staff members leave recently. Braid was a key figure in liaising between the White House and Congress, particularly during Trump's second term. His exit comes as the Republican Party faces challenges ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, with only 75 days remaining until the elections. The White House has not yet commented on Braid's departure. Other recent departures include White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who announced she would leave to spend more time with her family, and deputy chief of staff James Blair, who has temporarily left to manage Trump's political operations externally. The administration has faced criticism over various issues, including a recent conflict that has affected Trump's approval ratings, which have dropped to 33%, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.