The backstage maneuvering during the Trump transition could influence the Hill strategy four years after January 6th.

Susie Wiles, the incoming White House chief of staff, received an expression of unhappiness from a Republican senator.

"I texted you three days ago," the lawmaker said.

Wiles, who ran Trump's campaign, stated that she understood the situation and would respond in a calm manner without appearing hurried.

It is likely that her phone is inundated with messages from individuals seeking employment or influence in the incoming Trump administration.

The jockeying in the city that Trump controls highlights a dilemma he may face, with both houses of Congress under Republican control and Kamala Harris peacefully certifying the transfer of power four years after the Capitol riot.

When things go wrong, having nearly unlimited clout means there's no one else to blame.

The dilemma that Trump now faces is the result of the Christmas debt ceiling battle, which delayed the budget fight until March.

Trump supports a reconciliation process that lowers the Senate vote threshold from 60 to 51, allowing both parties to use it for party-line dominance. This includes Trump's priorities such as budget cuts, energy deregulation, tax cuts, border security, and other initiatives.

Some on the Hill support two separate bills, while some in Trump World believe Congress lacks the capacity to adopt a comprehensive approach.

The 47th president may not receive an early victory with the passage of the big beautiful bill until June.

Johnson will face a tough time delivering the deep spending cuts that hardliners want due to his narrow 1-vote margin, echoing the struggle that led to the downfall of Kevin McCarthy.

The Homeland Security Department would struggle to launch a significant initiative due to its limited budget, which almost caused a government shutdown during Christmas.

The risk of passing two bills is that the momentum may dissipate for approving a second measure, even if it contains Trump priorities such as tax cuts.

Yesterday, Trump expressed his preference for one option but stated that he is open to either way as long as something is passed quickly.

The fixation on titles and perceived power in Washington will affect how the White House operates.

Wiles has assisted in downgrading certain jobs that have traditionally been titled assistant to the president to deputy assistant to the president, a change that may not be of interest to outsiders but is significant for insiders. This occurred because there were no more assistant positions available, so the only option was to create deputy positions.

Wiles stated to Axios that she does not welcome individuals who desire to work alone or seek fame. Her team and she will not tolerate backstabbing, inappropriate second-guessing, or drama, as these behaviors are detrimental to the mission.

The incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, will not receive the large office that has been used by her predecessors for at least three decades. Instead, it will be given to another communications aide.

I recall being in the second-floor office where Mike McCurry was press secretary, and Bill Clinton would enter and converse while I was working on my book "Spin Cycle." The spacious office was necessary to accommodate the numerous press conferences and interviews that took place, which were not feasible in most smallish West Wing offices.

Officials would always be upset by anyone in Wiles' position during a process that determines winners and losers. However, Trump treats her as a grandmother and doesn't shout at her like he does other officials during disagreements.

Elon Musk, Trump's wealthy friend, is the richest person on the planet and has influence until there is a falling out.

If Trump moves from Mar-a-Lago to the White House, it will be more difficult for Musk to spend time with him, unless Musk is willing to offer him the Lincoln Bedroom.

When there's a terror attack or border incident or rising grocery prices on his watch, Trump knows all too well that he owns it.

Yesterday, Kamala Harris officially declared her own defeat in a routine manner, attracting live coverage due to the historical significance of Jan. 6. Meanwhile, Donald Trump posted a message on social media.

"Biden is making the transition as difficult as possible, with unprecedented lawfare, costly and absurd executive orders on the Green New Scam and other money-wasting hoaxes. Fear not, these orders will be terminated soon, and we will become a nation of common sense and strength. MAGA!"

Is that worse than what happened on Jan. 6, 202?

The outgoing president has stopped oil exploration on 625 million acres offshore. However, the "drill, baby, drill" president can reverse this order, although it may slow him down.

Yesterday, Harris spoke briefly about the peaceful transfer of power, while Biden wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post emphasizing the importance of remembering the events of that fateful day.

The election litigated the issue, and Americans voted to put Trump back in the White House despite the televised riot.