Benjamin Elstein and Maxime Lott are two White House Officials who allegedly made remarks against the president Donald Trump and his government. Ellistine even allegedly talked about “getting rid of” Trump, according to James O’Keefe, who released the officials’ audio.
Here’s everything you need to know about Benjamin Ellistan and Maxime Lott.
Benjamin Ellistan: 5 things to know
- According to the Daily Caller, Elistine was identified as the White House senior budget analyst and money manager.
- Elistan allegedly called Trump a “crazy guy” who “messed everything up for everyone.”
- According to reports, Ellistine has been working in the White House since 2024.
- Elistan made explosive accusations against Trump. He said Trump was a “shit” and they were going to “get rid” of him. “It’s no exaggeration to say he’s invincible. Nothing can stop him and that’s dangerous,” Ellistine allegedly said. He allegedly added, “His decisions are so erratic you’d think he drank. But he doesn’t. That’s why it’s so dangerous, a person can be physically and mentally healthy, completely coherent, but can be so reckless when it comes to making decisions. It’s horrific.”
- Elistan also allegedly speculated that Trump was intentionally raising gas prices to enrich himself and his family in the region.
When asked about Ellistine, the White House reportedly told The Daily Caller that “he has no direct access to the president or senior staff and does not work at the White House.” Meanwhile, Lott allegedly shared details about the “chaotic” operations of the Trump administration.
Maxime Lott: 5 things to know
- Lott is reportedly the White House special assistant for domestic policy.
- Lott is also the founder of MaximumTruth.org, which describes itself as using “data to answer questions ignored by the media,” according to his LinkedIn information. He also founded ElectionBettingOdds.com.
- Lott noted on LinkedIn that he worked at Fox News before taking on the White House role.
- Lott attended the College of William and Mary, earning a bachelor’s degree in economics and mathematics. According to his LinkedIn information, he attended Strath Haven High School.
- “The decision-making process is a little chaotic,” Lott allegedly said of the Trump administration. “I think it’s just the overall tone,” he said, adding, “It’s like, you know, the government is a little out of control right now. It’s not going to fix itself.” He also claimed that low-level White House officials occasionally make policy decisions on the president’s behalf.
Lott responded to O’Keefe’s team, saying, “I went out with someone who I thought was sincere, but it shows how insidious politics and this city can be. Everything I’ve said is contradictory to this administration, and I remain fully committed to enforcing its agenda,” after the spat over his and Ellistan’s remarks.
