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When did Elaine Chao resign?

When did Elaine Chao resign?

On January 7, 2021, the day after the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol, Chao submitted her resignation effective January 11, 2021.

Who Mitch Mcconnell wife?

Elaine Chaom. 1993
Sherrill Redmonm. 1968–1980
Mitch McConnell/Wife

Who is Angela Chao married to?

Bruce Wassersteinm. 2009–2009
Jim Breyer
Angela Chao/Spouse

Does Mitch McConnell have any children?

Elly McConnell
Porter McConnellClaire McConnell
Mitch McConnell/Children

Did Chao resign from the White House?

Before releasing her statement, Chao called White House chief of staff Mark Meadows to inform him of her decision, the senior official said. She has not as of yet submitted a letter of resignation to the President. Chao encouraged senior officials at the Transportation Department to stay on until January 20 to ensure a smooth transition.

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Why are Trump’s cabinet members suddenly dropping like flies?

Now, as the fractured party attempts to clean up this hot mess, members of Trump’s team have started dropping like flies in an attempt to save face after the president basically encouraged his supporters to overthrow the government on Wednesday. On Thursday, U.S. transportation secretary, Elaine Chao became the first Trump cabinet member to resign.

Who is Elinore McCance-Katz and why did she resign?

Dr. Elinore F. McCance-Katz, assistant secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services, also resigned Thursday, writing in her resignation letter that she had planned to stay on until the next administration but her “plans abruptly changed” Wednesday evening when she saw “the violent takeover of the Capitol building.”

Why did Chao stay on until January 20?

Chao encouraged senior officials at the Transportation Department to stay on until January 20 to ensure a smooth transition. Several of her senior staff were considering resigning as well, but were “talked out of it” by Chao, this official said.