After shaping a dozen state budgets across three administrations of different political parties, Rhode Island Management and Budget Director Brian Daniels is hanging up his purple tie.
Daniels, who goes by the handle @PurpleTieRI on X, is leaving his post on Dec. 11, according to an Oct. 30 resignation letter sent to Gov. Dan MCKee’s office and shared with Rhode Island Current. Daniels’ resignation was first reported by Ted Nesi at WPRI-TV 12.
“Serving as OMB Director has been an inspiring and rewarding experience, but it is not a role that I can perform indefinitely,” Daniels wrote. “Having contributed to twelve budgets under three Governors, I now plan to take some time off to enjoy a quiet holiday season with loved ones and then explore new frontiers.”…