- Pritzker Fellows
- Current Fellows
- Chris LaCivita
Chris LaCivita
Senior Advisor & Co-Campaign Manager to Donald Trump's 2024 Presidential Campaign

Winter 2025 Visiting Pritzker Fellow
Biography
Chris LaCivita is a national Republican general consultant and campaign strategist. He most recently served as Co-Campaign Manager for the Donald Trump for President campaign and as Chief of Staff for the Republican National Committee. Previously, LaCivita held the role of Political Director at the National Republican Senatorial Committee for two cycles. Throughout his career, LaCivita has provided strategic counsel to candidates, committees and Super PACs across all levels. He is often called into the most competitive races for his expertise in campaign strategy and tactical implementation. A decorated veteran, LaCivita served in the United States Marine Corps, where he was wounded in combat and awarded the Purple Heart for his service.
Seminars
"Trump’s America: Who We Are & Where We’re Going"
Seminars are off the record and open to current UChicago students only.
Let me tell you how I know that: unpacking the modern voter who led to this decisive victory.
Like all candidates, Trump made a lot of policy promises. Here’s what I expect in the first 100 days.