State Department Communications Director

Toby Ziegler's counterpart at the State Department shapes foreign policy language in presidential speeches. He demands input on phrasing to safeguard diplomatic precision amid crises like the Khundu massacres. Protective of standard terminology, he coordinates with White House staff such as Will Bailey, though he guards against protocol breaches from unknown counterparts. This role highlights interagency friction where State asserts control over rhetoric with real-world stakes, balancing caution against the administration's moral imperatives.