Trump said Harrison had a “strong understanding of White House operations,” and in her new role would “oversee and manage the East Wing’s team."

Hayley Harrison, a former aide to the first lady, will serve as Melania Trump’s chief of staff. In a social media post announcing the hire, Trump’s office said Harrison has “maintained an integral role and exceptional leadership on the First Lady’s team over the past seven years.

Incoming first lady Melania Trump has named her longtime aide Hayley Harrison as her East Wing chief of staff. “Mrs. Harrison has maintained an integral role and exceptional leadership on the First Lady’s team over the past seven years.