MAVOCKE -- The political world was abuzz Friday afternoon, as word of the pending resignation of Secretary of State Joseph Milhaughly was making its way around the media and inside circles in Mavocke.
Milhaughly, a former Nationalist senator from Marchenay who specialized in foreign affairs, has reportedly clashed with President Jim McCaren and his senior foreign policy team, sources inside Collester said Friday.
The secretary and the executive team reached an impasse, those sources said. Those who spoke to the media asked to remain anonymous since they were not permitted to publicly discuss internal matters.
Milhaughly was appointed to the position back in February 2022, as tensions between Russia and Ukraine came to a boil.
There's no official word on when Milhaughly will step down or who will replace him.
However, rumors are circulating online and through the capitol that former Roddenshire Gov. Mona Rodgers (N), whom McCaren appointed as Ambassador at Large last year, may be tapped for the top position.
Rodgers was toying with seeking Roddenshire's governorship again, or possibly seeking a Senate seat. If she is nominated for and accepts the position of Secretary of State, she would have to pass on an immediate run for elected office.
There has been no confirmation, though, of Rodgers' possible nomination. Sources close to the president say he has a good rapport with Rodgers. The two are longtime allies, and at age 74, she is unlikely to be influenced by political ambition like other possible nominees might be, something the president reportedly values.
Collester has declined to comment officially. A spokesperson for the president's office only said Friday that the president is "beyond grateful" for Milhaughly's service to the government.
This story is developing and will continue to be updated as new information arises.
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