Senator Budd Announces New Chief of Staff
Today, Senator Ted Budd announced that his Deputy Chief of Staff, Ryan Alban, will be serve as his next Chief of Staff. Budd’s current Chief of Staff, Tucker Knott, plans to enter the private sector.
About his new Chief of Staff, Sen. Budd said, “I am thankful that Ryan Alban will continue to serve my office and step into the role of Chief of Staff. Over the last several years, Ryan has held key leadership positions as a member of the team, proving himself as a dedicated public servant, strong legislative mind, and thoughtful leader.”
Alban previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, and National Security Advisor for Senator Budd. Before joining Budd’s office, he served an Infantry Office in the Army, including a combat tour in Afghanistan, and served as an Army Legislative Liaison to the Seante, Defense Fellow for Senator Josh Hawley (R- MO.), and Legislative Liaison for the National Guard in both the House and Senate.
About his outgoing Chief of Staff, Sen. Budd said, ““Tucker Knott is a true son of North Carolina, and I am grateful for his many years of faithful service in my office, to our State, and to the Congress. For more than a decade, Tucker has provided invaluable advice to Representatives and Senators, particularly within the North Carolina Congressional Delegation. His strong moral compass, political instincts, and personal relationships on and off the hill were critical to the success of our office over the last three years. Tucker has grown to be a close friend, and I know his positive impact will continue to be felt as he enters the private sector. I look forward to continuing to call on his counsel long into the future.”
