Biden ‘bodyman’ Stephen Goepfert leaving the White House

Biden ‘bodyman’ Stephen Goepfert leaving the White House

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President Joe Biden’s personal aide, Stephen Goepfert, is resigning from his role at the White House, Fox News Digital has confirmed.

Goepfert will be succeeded by Jacob Spreyer, who currently serves as the official White House receptionist. Goepfert will officially leave the White House on Friday.

“From the campaign to the White House, Stephen Goepfert has been by my side,” Biden said in a statement. “In moments big, small, and extraordinary, he’s been a trusted and loyal confidant who everyone counts on and who always delivers.”

“Jill and I will miss Stephen, but we’re proud that he will continue to serve the American people in his new role in the Biden-Harris administration as he continues his career in public service,” he continued.

WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 09: Stephen Goepfert, Personal Aide to U.S. President Joe Biden, put a binder down on the podium prior to an event at the State Dining Room of the White House July 9, 2021 in Washington, DC. President Joe Biden signed an executive order on “promoting competition in the American economy.” (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

US President Joe Biden talks to Stephen Goepfert, Special Assistant and Personal Aide to the President, in the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden at the White House before boarding Marine One in Washington, DC, on July 6, 2022. – President Biden travels to Ohio to speak about the American Rescue Plan. SAMUEL CORUM/AFP via Getty Images)

Goepfert is entering a new role at the Transportation Department.

This is a developing story. Check back soon for updates.