Gen. Kelly Says Trump Personally Asked Him to Be Chief of Staff

The transcript details a retired military officer's journey from being contacted by Donald Trump to join his administration, to accepting a role at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and eventually transitioning to the position of Chief of Staff. The officer discusses his initial reluctance to return to work, the encouragement from his family, and his dedication to serving the nation. He highlights the challenges and responsibilities of his roles, the admiration for his colleagues at DHS, and the leadership needed at the White House.

What prompted the narrator to consider meeting with the president-elect?

• A personal desire to return to work

• An email from the president-elect

• A phone call inviting him to Bedminster

• A recommendation from a friend

What was the narrator's initial reaction to the DHS job offer?

• He was hesitant but accepted

• He asked for more time to decide

• He immediately declined the offer

• He accepted it on the spot

How did the narrator view his role at DHS?

• As a temporary position

• As a chance to serve the nation

• As a stepping stone to another job

• As a way to retire early

What was the narrator's wife's opinion about him becoming Chief of Staff?

• She thought it was a terrible job

• She wanted him to stay at DHS

• She was indifferent to the decision

• She was supportive and encouraged him

Why did the president insist on the narrator becoming Chief of Staff?

• He wanted to replace the current staff

• He was impressed by the narrator's military service

• He wanted to strengthen ties with DHS

• He needed the narrator's leadership