Story highlights Mike Dubke had ties to Karl Rove

He lasted three months in Trump's White House

Washington (CNN) Stop the average person on the street and ask them if they know the name "Mike Dubke" and you are almost certain to get a blank stare.

Given Dubke's anonymity, it's not terribly surprising that the reaction to his departure as White House communications director -- which was announced Tuesday morning -- was a universal "meh."

No one -- not even me -- would make the case that Dubke was a hugely influential presence in the White House or that his resignation will fundamentally alter the way President Donald Trump operates.

But, isn't that the point -- and an important one at that?

When Dubke was hired -- after an extended search -- the spin from Trump allies was that Dubke being brought on was a sign of Trump's willingness to step outside his small circle of loyal advisers to find talent.

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