Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mark Amodei released the following statement announcing the departure of his Chief of Staff, Molly Cutrona, who has served Nevada’s Second District for eight years. Ken Brooke, the current Deputy Chief of Staff, will succeed her.
“It is with a heavy heart that I announce the departure of one of my closest advisors and Chief of Staff, Molly Cutrona,” said Rep. Mark Amodei. “While she hails from our neighbor California, we’ve chosen not to hold that against her and proudly consider her an honorary Nevadan.
Molly joined my team eight years ago as Legislative Director and in 2020 stepped into the role of Chief of Staff. She is without question one of the hardest working individuals I have had the privilege to work with, a beloved mentor, and a fierce defender of the values of Nevada’s Second District. She led my D.C. office with integrity, grace, and unwavering loyalty, and earned the trust of all as a decisive problem solver in the face of Washington’s many challenges.
She began her career in Rep. Ken Calvert’s (CA-41) office after graduating from Pepperdine University. During her time with my office, she also got married and started a family, welcoming twins. It has been an honor to see her grow both professionally and personally over the years. While we are sad to see her leave, we are grateful for the privilege of working alongside her and have no doubt she will find continued success in the private sector.
We are excited to have Ken Brooke step into the role of Chief of Staff. A native Nevadan, Ken was first introduced to the office when he volunteered as an intern on my campaign in 2011. While studying at the University of Nevada, Reno, he served in our District Office beginning in 2013, before moving to Washington, D.C. in 2017 as a Legislative Assistant and most recently as Deputy Chief of Staff. Ken brings a deep understanding of the issues facing Nevadans, and I am confident he will excel in this new role.”
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