Trump Reveals Bold Move To Break Press Secretary Mold With Ferguson

For the last seven press secretaries, the role went to a woman. That streak is about to end. A new press secretary who will break the mold is being sought by President Donald Trump.

Conservative commentator Ben Ferguson is the frontrunner for the job. Multiple individuals mentioned Ferguson’s name to the president, according to a source near him who informed Fox News. The source noted that Trump’s instincts are to pick a man. Many people have told him that’s a good idea.

A History of Women in the Role

This shift marks a clear break from recent history. Trump’s first term, former President Joe Biden’s single term, and Trump’s second term were spanned by the last seven press secretaries. All of them were women. Sean Spicer was the last man to serve in the role. From January 2017 until June of that same year, he held the job.

Spicer was replaced by Sarah Huckabee Sanders. She is now the governor of Arkansas. The search for the next person to stand at the podium is active. Filling the vacant position soon is what Trump intends to do by choosing someone.

The Inside Scoop on Candidates

He is also a political commentator on CNN. A source stated, “I think it’s safe to say [Ferguson is] pursuing the job, and the president is aware.” Yet, the path isn’t entirely clear. A source said, “POTUS is not sold on the idea” of Ferguson.

There are other names in the running. Scott Jennings, a conservative CNN contributor, is also in the mix. Jennings worked in former President George W. Bush’s administration. He frequently appears on “Newsnight with Abby Phillip.” The president keeps going back and forth on Scott Jennings. A source added, “I don’t think it will happen” regarding Jennings.

White House Communications Director Steven C is among a few other names that have been floated. He has not emerged as a clear pick yet. The final decision rests with the president. He is weighing his options carefully.

Breaking the mold signals a return to a different style. The media landscape has changed since Sean Spicer left the podium. Trump wants someone who fits his current vision. The source confirmed that his instincts are to pick a man. This is a deliberate choice.

It shows the president is listening to his inner circle. Many people have told him that a man is the right choice. They believe it is a good idea. The decision is not made lightly. The president is aware of the pursuit. He is also aware of the hesitation.