Biden expected to pick Jeff Zients as chief of staff, succeeding Ron Klain, sources say

Pres. Biden is expected to name Jeff Zients as his next White House chief of staff, replacing Ron Klain, who is set to step down in the coming weeks, according to several sources familiar with the matter.

White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator Jeff Zients speaks during a press briefing at the White House, April 13, 2021, in Washington.President Joe Biden is expected to name Jeff Zients as his next White House chief of staff, replacing Ron Klain,No official announcement has been made. The White House did not respond to requests for comment.

Zients, who like Klain is a member of the president's inner circle, is well-liked among rank-and-file White House staff.White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator Jeff Zients speaks during a press briefing at the White House, April 13, 2021, in Washington.

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