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David Gergen: “Mick Mulvaney is I think the weakest Chief of Staff in modern history.”

On the recordNovember 7, 2019
Mick Mulvaney is I think the weakest Chief of Staff in modern history.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen critiques Mick Mulvaney's effectiveness as Chief of Staff, suggesting he lacks authority and independence.

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