President Donald Trump lost one of his top national security advisors following the violent attack on the capitol by his supporters who were seeking to overturn the election .
Bloomberg and CNN reported reported early Thursday morning that deputy national security adviser Matt Pottinger resigned Wednesday afternoon.
The deputy, Matt Pottinger, was dismayed by the attack on the Capitol and Trump’s incitement of protesters.
According to reports, Matt Pottinger had intended to leave on Election Day, but stayed at the request of national security adviser Robert O’Brien.
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“Donald Trump’s deputy national security advisor resigned and other White House officials are weighing departures after the president encouraged protests that led to his supporters storming the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, according to people familiar with the matter.”
His boss, National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien, also considered leaving but was persuaded to stay on by allies on Wednesday, the people said.
Also weighing a resignation is Chris Liddell, assistant to the president and deputy chief of staff for policy coordination,”
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