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Kellyanne Conway’s Comeback

The former White House aide, whose marriage and domestic life became crossover TMZ fodder, was in the Trumpworld doghouse for months. Now she’s edging her way back into Trump’s inner circle—and may be the frontrunner to run his campaign.

Kellyanne Conway
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Tara Palmeri
August 5, 2022

Last month I reported that veteran G.O.P. strategist (and former DeSantis hand) Susie Wiles was the lead contender to run Trump’s 2024 campaign. Wiles, who currently oversees his political operation, was a natural contender. She’s a steady presence whom Trump trusts implicitly after she orchestrated his two electoral victories in Florida. In fact, Wiles probably has one of the most air-tight reputations in Trumpworld, a place without an H.R. department.