Taylor Budowich

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

Deputy chief of staff for communications and personnel

Status: Confirmed by Campaign

Liberty Score: 50

Warhawk Status: Neutral

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (15/25): Taylor Budowich has advocated for individual liberties, particularly in the context of free speech and political expression. However, his support for certain national security measures may raise concerns about privacy rights.
Economic Freedom (15/25): Budowich has been involved in campaigns promoting free-market policies and reduced government intervention, indicating support for economic freedom.
Limited Government (10/25): While promoting economic freedom, Budowich’s roles in political campaigns often involve strategies that may not prioritize reducing government size, reflecting a mixed stance on limited government.
Non-Intervention (10/25): There is insufficient public information on Budowich’s views regarding foreign policy and military intervention, making it difficult to assess his alignment with non-interventionist principles.

Bio:

Taylor Budowich, a seasoned communications strategist and close aide to President-elect Donald Trump, has been appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications and Personnel. Budowich previously served as the executive director of MAGA Inc., a super PAC supporting Trump’s 2024 campaign, where he played a key role in strategic planning and fundraising. He also served as Trump’s spokesperson and director of communications for the Save America PAC, managing media relations and developing the organization’s messaging. Known for his loyalty and deep understanding of Trump’s communication style, Budowich is expected to bring cohesive strategy to the administration’s public engagement and personnel management.

Career Highlights:

Executive Director of MAGA Inc.: Led the super PAC supporting Trump’s 2024 campaign, overseeing strategic initiatives and fundraising efforts.
Spokesperson and Director of Communications for Save America PAC: Managed communications and public relations, delivering messaging aligned with Trump’s policies.
Political Communications Strategist: Developed communications strategies across campaigns and organizations, specializing in media engagement and conservative messaging.
Conservative Policy Advocate: Promoted conservative values, enhancing public awareness and support through various platforms.

About the Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications and Personnel Role:

The Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications and Personnel is a senior White House position responsible for overseeing the administration’s communication strategies and managing personnel. This role includes coordinating cohesive messaging across platforms, ensuring effective public engagement, and overseeing recruitment and management of White House staff. Budowich’s experience in political communications and his familiarity with Trump’s approach are expected to enhance the administration’s outreach and internal operations, supporting a unified approach to communication and personnel management.