[PGR88]

The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday that Ricardel had clashed with Melania Trump's staff over seating arrangements on a plane during the first lady's trip to Africa last month.

In a place like Washington DC, where you sit is a currency considered more valuable than gold.

[CaptainK]

Worse than bad seating arrangements:

The paper added that the first lady's office suspects Ricardel of leaking negative stories about the first lady and her staff.

[drop 50 and fire for effect]

In a place like Washington DC, where you sit is a currency considered more valuable than gold.

Its also unwise to pick a fight with someone who sleeps with the boss.

First Ladies traditionally get broad authority over social and protocol issues. Staffers can provide advice and recommendations, but will get cut off at the knees if they presume to make decisions.