About Intergovernmental Affairs
"It is a priority of my Administration to make sure that the doors of this White House are open to all of our citizens, and that our government is open and honest and that the American people are heard." – President Barack Obama
The White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) works closely with state, tribal, county and local officials elected by the American people to ensure America's citizens and their elected officials have a government that works effectively for them and with them. State, tribal, county and local governments are critical to the creation and implementation of national policy. Maintaining a strong partnership between federal, state, tribal and local entities is the best way to bring change to American families and provide the leadership the American people deserve.
Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Staff
- David Agnew, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs
- Irene Hsu, Special Assistant to the Director
The IGA state team works with states and territories
– including governors, state legislators, and other statewide officials.
- Jewel James, Deputy Director
- Michael Block, Associate Director
- James Schuelke, Staff Assistant
The IGA local team works with elected officials from cities, towns, and counties
– including mayors, city council members, and county officials.
- Kellyn Blossom, Associate Director
The IGA office also works with Tribal Nations
– including elected leadership, council members, and department leaders.
- Charles Galbraith, Associate Director
IGA Agency Partners
Department of Agriculture
Department of Commerce
Department of Education
Department of Energy
Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Department of the Interior
Department of Justice
Department of Labor
Department of State
Department of Transportation
Department of Treasury
Environmental Protection Agency
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
U.S. Small Business Administration
