Chief of Staff to the Governor

Harlan J. Mercer was dismissed as Chief of Staff with immediate effect on 27 September 2026.

The Chief of Staff is appointed by the Governor. There is no public application process.

The statement of 26 September 2026, which Harlan J. Mercer issued, has been rescinded in full and has no effect. It is kept on this website as part of the public record.

Related

• Statement on the Los Santos Seismic Event of Regional Interest and the State’s Recovery Posture (rescinded)
• Measures cancelled on 27 September