Kellyanne Conway, longtime Trump aide, won’t take on bigger campaign role

Donald Trump has denied reports suggesting that he may be considering the return of his former campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, to a key position within his campaign. Conway, who previously served as a senior counselor to Trump, was rumored to be making a comeback following a report by Tara Palmeri in the online magazine Puck.

Palmeri indicated that some of Trump’s family members, including his wife Melania, son Eric, and daughter-in-law Lara Trump, co-chair of the RNC, are reportedly advocating for Conway’s return. Conway played a significant role in Trump’s 2016 election victory, and the speculation around her potential reinstatement sparked some interest in political circles.

During an interview with The New York Times, Trump refuted the claims, asserting he was satisfied with his current campaign team and had no plans to make changes. He expressed enthusiasm for his top advisers, Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita, and questioned the rationale behind altering his campaign strategy.

This speculation comes on the heels of President Joe Biden’s decision not to run for re-election, which has shifted the dynamics of the upcoming race. With Biden out of the picture, Trump has redirected his campaign focus towards Vice President Kamala Harris. Polls indicate a close contest between the two candidates, with some surveys showing Harris ahead of Trump by three percentage points nationally and leading in three important swing states.

Kellyanne Conway made history in 2016 when she became the first woman to manage a successful U.S. presidential campaign. Following Trump’s victory, she secured a high-profile role in his administration as senior counselor. Prior to her involvement with Trump, Conway was associated with a pro-Ted Cruz super PAC known as “Keep the Promise I” during Cruz’s presidential campaign.

Diving deeper into her professional background, Conway has extensive experience as a pollster and analyst, focusing on data regarding women and younger voters. In 1995, she founded the polling firm, WomanTrend, based in Washington, D.C. She also co-authored the book “What Women Really Want” in 2010, exploring how American women are influencing societal change across various lines, including political, racial, and religious boundaries.

In 2020, Conway announced her departure from the White House, intending to devote more time to her family. At that time, her daughter, Claudia Conway, and ex-husband George Conway often made headlines for their public criticisms of Trump during his presidency.

In her memoir, “Here’s the Deal,” released in 2022, Conway expressed both loyalty and criticism towards Trump. In a FOX News interview last year, she emphasized the Republican Party’s need to engage effectively with younger voters ahead of the 2024 elections, cautioning that Democrats are actively bolstering their voter turnout efforts.

While the prospect of Conway rejoining Trump’s campaign may have generated discussion, it appears that her role in the upcoming election cycle will remain limited for now. Trump’s reaffirmation of confidence in his current team signifies a commitment to his existing strategy as the race continues to evolve.

Source: USA TODAY