For nearly two years, she served as communications director for first lady Melania Trump. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post)Grisham's role has drawn attention for her acerbic statements directed at those who have crossed Melania Trump and her husband. When he took no apparent action, Grisham spoke directly to Melania Trump, who in turn spoke to her husband privately. Another East Wing staffer notes that everyone on Melania Trump’s staff — which now numbers 12 — feels protective of the first lady and each other. Melania Trump in particular watches more television news and follows more coverage than she lets on, according to current staffers.

Source: Washington Post December 10, 2018 10:52 UTC