Intergovernmental

Description

Intergovernmental functions as an internal White House office that coordinates logistics and manages staffing resources. Josh contacts the group directly for logistical support during nomination debates in Leo's office. Sam lists it among other entities in West Wing discussions on personnel files and resource allocation, marking it as a routine stakeholder in operational planning amid crises like the Rooker confirmation fight.

Event Involvements

Events with structured involvement data

2 events

S4E5 · Debate Camp

Rooker Standoff — Salvage or Sacrifice

Intergovernmental is invoked by Josh as a logistical contact; it represents the internal administrative machinery that coordinates resources and personnel, and is being asked about meeting-room logistics (WW-160) and process support.

Active Representation

Via staff liaison (Josh) contacting or requesting information through normal White House channels.

Power Dynamics

Operationally supportive rather than politically directive—helps staff execute decisions or find logistical answers.

Institutional Impact

Enables or constrains staff movement and meeting execution; minor but practical influence on how quickly the team can act.

Internal Dynamics

Operates within bureaucratic constraints; functions as a background support office rather than a policy voice.

Organizational Goals

Provide logistical and coordination support to White House staff. Ensure meetings and administrative tasks are properly staffed and located.

Influence Mechanisms

Internal coordination and resource allocation Providing operational information that facilitates staff action

S4E5 · Debate Camp

Donna's Silo Slip

Intergovernmental is mentioned as a logistical contact Josh is reaching out to during the scramble; they represent the administrative infrastructure being tapped to locate staff and rooms like WW-160.

Active Representation

Operates via internal staff contact and logistical coordination (indirectly referenced).

Power Dynamics

Operational support role—enables or constrains staff movement and information flow.

Institutional Impact

Its responsiveness (or lack thereof) shapes how quickly staff can meet and react to crises.

Internal Dynamics

Bureaucratic and service-oriented; chain-of-command matters for responsiveness.

Organizational Goals

Provide accurate logistical and staffing information. Facilitate interagency or interoffice coordination as requested.

Influence Mechanisms

Providing resources and personnel information Administrative authority over scheduling and room assignments

Related Events

Events mentioning this organization

2 events

S3E14

Reluctant Extradition — Duty Over Loyalty (Interrupted)

In the Ready Room Picard faces the unbearable calculus of command: personal conviction of Riker's innocence versus the weight of evidence and intergovernmental law. Troi …

S3E7

C.J.'s Frantic Official Hunt Ends in Leo Escalation

On Thanksgiving eve, a harried C.J. bursts into her office, pacing restlessly as she interrogates Carol about contacting the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs, Deputy …