Chao Won't Quit Over McConnell-Trump Feud, Say Allies

Aug. 14, 2017
While there had been some speculation that the escalating feud could alienate Chao — a key player overseeing one of Trump’s top legislative priorities — the broad consensus is that the veteran political player will be unfazed by the controversy.

Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao is unlikely to resign over President Trump’s public criticism of her husband Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), say allies, GOP strategists and former Cabinet members.

While there had been some speculation that the escalating feud could alienate Chao — a key player overseeing one of Trump’s top legislative priorities — the broad consensus is that the veteran political player will be unfazed by the controversy.

Read more: http://thehill.com/policy/transportation/346269-chao-wont-quit-over-mcconnell-trump-feud-say-allies