Steven Groves
Role: Editor
Position: Former Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Press Secretary and Margaret Thatcher Fellow at The Heritage Foundation
Background:
Steven Groves served as a Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Press Secretary during the Trump administration. Before joining the White House, Groves was a Senior Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, focusing on international law and sovereignty. He holds a JD from the University of Florida Levin College of Law and a BA from Florida State University.
Relation to Trump:
Groves played a key role in the Trump administration, serving as Special Assistant to the President to defend him against Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. He also served as Deputy Press Secretary in 2019 and 2020, and was an editor of the Project 2025 policy document. His previous role as Chief of Staff to Nikki Haley, while she was U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, further connects him to high-level political roles. Groves’ work in public messaging and his involvement with Project 2025 align him closely with Trump’s policies and conservative agenda.
Scandals or Controversies:
While Steven Groves has not been personally involved in major scandals, his role as Deputy Press Secretary during the Trump administration involved managing communications during numerous high-profile controversies, including the administration’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and impeachment proceedings. Groves was part of the team responsible for defending the administration’s actions and messaging, often leading to public and media scrutiny.
Potential Concerns:
Groves’ tenure in the Trump administration included handling sensitive communications and press relations during times of heightened media scrutiny and controversy. His background at the Heritage Foundation ties him to conservative policy advocacy, drawing both support and criticism depending on the perspective.