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U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Monday that Sean Ross will serve as her next chief of staff.
Ross has been by Britt’s side since before her Senate campaign began, most recently serving as deputy chief of staff. He previously worked as Britt’s communications director when she took office in January 2023, and during her successful Senate bid. Before joining her team, Ross was editor-in-chief at Yellowhammer News.
“I can think of no one more qualified to step into this role than Sean Ross,” Britt said. “Since before I even announced my candidacy, Sean has been an indispensable member of my team. From day one of the campaign to each day during my time serving in the United States Senate, his expertise in articulating Alabama’s values and helping connect with constituents across our state has been nothing short of remarkable.”
Britt went on to praise Ross for his “unwavering commitment,” adding, “I have no doubt his intuition and intellect will strengthen our team, our state, and our nation. Sean’s unparalleled ability to seamlessly integrate legislative priorities with dedicated outreach will continue to ensure our office works diligently to represent the needs and values of the people of Alabama in Washington. The 119th Congress is off to a strong start with his leadership as chief of staff.”
Ross will replace Clay Armentrout, who has served as Britt’s chief of staff for the past two years. Armentrout previously worked in Sen. Richard Shelby’s, R-Ala., office as legislative director and counsel.
“Ahead of my transition into office in 2022, there was only one person I wanted to serve as chief of staff—Clay Armentrout,” Britt said. “I’ll forever be glad and grateful I was able to convince him to extend his exemplary service in the Senate another two years to help start our office to ensure we hit the ground running and had a successful 118th Congress. He is the absolute very best.”
Britt called Armentrout’s next move a “hard-earned, incredible opportunity,” saying, “I know he’ll be a tremendous asset who elevates those around him, just as he has done both in my office and throughout his tenure on Capitol Hill. We wish him all the best and are beyond grateful that he will always be a member of Team Britt.”
