Maddi Tatem

Maddi Tatem works closely with Josh Lyman, having collaborated for two years in White House operations. She spots unauthorized changes in budget documents, such as the re-earmarking of $30 million from immunization funds to immunization education in the HHS final. Late at night in Josh's bullpen, she rushes in with the paper, directly questions him on the discrepancy, and demands confirmation. Her intervention exposes procedural oversights and internal tensions during high-stakes appropriations battles, positioning her as a vigilant staffer attuned to fiscal details amid chaotic staff dynamics.