From the Roland Report:Valerie Jarrett, longtime friend and confidant of President-elect Barack Obama, will be joining him in the White House.
Jarrett confirmed to me a few moments ago that she has been named senior advisor to the president and assistant to the president for intergovernmental affairs and public liaison.
The Chicago business executive has long been a friend and mentor of the Obamas. She once hired Michelle Obama when she served as chief of staff to Chicago Mayor Richard Daley.
President-elect Obama has often said that Jarrett is often the first person he turns to for advice and counsel on critical issues.
She is currently president and CEO of The Habitat Company, a Chicago real estate firm.
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