Kush Desai to join Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Kush Desai, senior White House deputy press secretary and special assistant to the president, has announced his departure from the White House. Desai, who managed press communications regarding health, trade, and economics, will transition to a senior role at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).

According to reports, Desai will serve as the assistant director of national intelligence for strategic communications. His departure follows recent leadership changes within the administration, including the departure of press secretary Karoline Leavitt and the appointment of Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence.