It's unfortunate that you don't see the loyalty from management to players and players to management like we used to see in the old days.
I just know so many people who have six or seven foreign languages and have read everything and have musical training and they are still dorks.
Usually, those persons closest to the incoming President will be the main leaders of the Transition effort. They are most familiar with his policies and practices, and are able to interpret his wishes regarding the structure and staffing of the new Administration.