STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS — RE: Personnel Reports, November 6, 2026
The Office has reviewed recent reporting suggesting that two senior officials may depart their positions following Republican electoral setbacks. That reporting is speculative. No personnel transition has been scheduled, requested, or discussed in any meeting that the Office is aware of, and the Office is aware of most meetings.
The officials in question were described internally as ‘absolutely essential.’ This description has been reviewed by counsel and remains accurate. Several departments have been asked to confirm, in writing, that they can continue to function without either official. Those confirmations are pending. The Office notes that the request itself was not intended to suggest that either official is replaceable.
The Office acknowledges that recent results were not what some had hoped. The Office does not regard this as a referendum on staffing. Staffing is being handled in accordance with established procedure, which currently consists of the official remaining in place.
Asked whether allied governments have been briefed, the Office confirmed that they have been advised to remain calm and to keep their breathing at a normal rate until further notice. Reports of a general holding of breath are being monitored. The Office has no comment on the duration of any such hold, beyond noting that it is expected to be brief.