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US President Joe Biden announced that his White House domestic policy adviser Susan Rice would be stepping down from her post after serving in the role for two years. Biden noted Rice’s historic role in serving in two administrations in domestic policy and national security.
Biden made the announcement in a statement released by the White House on Monday, praising Rice for her work, especially in policies pertaining to healthcare, immigration, gun control, police reform, student debt, and child care, among other issues. Rice previously served in the Obama administration as a national security adviser and the US ambassador to the United Nations during Biden’s time as vice president.
“After more than two years of her steady leadership of the Domestic Policy Council – It’s clear: there is no one more capable and more determined to get important things done for the American people than Susan Rice,” said Biden in the statement.
“As the only person to serve as both National Security Advisor and Domestic Policy Advisor, Susan’s record of public service makes history,” said Biden.
A source familiar with the matter said that among those considered to replace Rice would be Neera Tanden, who is currently serving as Biden’s staff secretary and senior adviser. The source also said that Rice’s last day is expected to be on May 26.
The announcement of Rice’s departure comes as Biden is also expected to announce his bid for another presidential term in the coming days.
Rice has played a key role in crafting Biden’s immigration policy, leaning towards taking more restrictive measures at the southern border. A source familiar with the matter said her push for stricter border enforcement led to disagreements with the more liberal staff on Biden’s Domestic Policy Council.
Meanwhile, Reuters reported that the Biden campaign has appointed Julie Chavez Rodriguez, currently a senior adviser and a deputy campaign manager during the 2020 elections, to lead his campaign for the 2024 elections, according to a source. Rodriguez is serving in the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs.
The source also said that Biden has yet to make the offer to Rodriguez, who is a top choice for the role by the US leader’s senior advisers after interviewing several people.
