Clete Willems, deputy director of National Economic Council to leave White House in weeks

Clete Willems, the deputy director of the National Economic Council, is planning to leave the White House in the coming weeks, CNBC https://cnb.cx/2OiHvWk reported on Friday, citing sources familiar with the top trade official's plans.

The main reason for Willems exit was attributed to the wear of frequent travel on his young and growing family, CNBC reported, adding that his departure was expected to take place as U.S. trade talks with China linger into April.

The reports, citing a source, also said that a replacement for Willems was in the works.