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Convention in New Orleans. Manigault’s visit there was largely described as confrontational as she aggressively insisted reporters “ask me a question about me,” while sidestepping inquiries about the administration she represents.

The source says the racial tension after the white supremacists rallies in Charlottesville, Va., days later probably helped Manigault keep her job.

The unpopular former “Apprentice” star’s office is located at 1650 Pennsylvania Ave. rather than in the White House — a decision made by former Chief of Staff

we’re told. Before resigned his position as Trump’s chief strategist last month, a position that hadn’t previously existed, sources say he refused to meet with Manigault. We’re told that she also feuded with who resigned his press secretary position in July.

That insider also says that she was a primary culprit in getting the President worked up over hot topics, which resulted in him sending out angry tweets.

White House spokeswoman

calls our sources’ claims “totally false and made up accusations.” Manigault did not respond to a request for comment. It’s getting crowded down at the venerable Friars Club, which welcomed 50 new members this week, including onetime ring titan now an actor and film producer. The newcomers were inducted at a ceremony Wednesday where and performed. The new Friars join the entire writing and producing staff of the “Tonight Show,” who were gifted memberships by earlier this year.