This is probably bigger news than many realize. Andy Card is the second longest presidential Chief of Staff in American history. Harry Truman’s Chief, James Steelman, remained in his position for six years, Card for almost five and a half years.
This is the guy who has the ear of the president virtually all day everyday. He determines what the president sees and hears for the most part. His office is the gatekeeper to the Oval Office. No small position. Josh Bolton has just received what could be a responsibility with more influence than any other government official.
Here’s some interesting notes on the White House Chief of Staff position.
