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During her time at the department, Zacharia reportedly maintained close relationships with Noem and political adviser Corey Lewandowski. Those connections reflected her involvement in Republican political circles and her access to influential figures who have played prominent roles in Trump's political operation.

Zacharia eventually departed the department after Markwayne Mullin became homeland security secretary in March. Her departure followed the leadership transition and marked the end of her relatively short period working directly within the administration, although she remained active in conservative political and media circles.