Washington:U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as the new White House Chief of Staff. This decision comes three days after the Republican Party faced significant losses in the midterm elections.
According to Yonhap News Agency, President Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, stating that Miller, who currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff, will take over on Monday. Trump described Miller as one of his most trusted advisors and expressed confidence in his leadership.
Susie Wiles, who has been managing White House operations since the beginning of Trump's second term, will transition to the "Trump Political Operation." Trump praised Wiles for her exemplary service as Chief of Staff and acknowledged her contributions to his administration.
The midterm elections resulted in Democrats gaining control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, posing a significant political challenge to Trump's administration. Despite this setback, Trump remains focused on reorganizing his team, with Miller's appointment being a critical part of this strategy.
Stephen Miller, known for his loyalty to Trump, has played a pivotal role in shaping the administration's immigration policies and domestic agenda. Wiles, on the other hand, made history as the first woman to serve as White House Chief of Staff during Trump's tenure.
Wiles confirmed her departure via a post on X, stating that working for Trump had been "the honor of a lifetime" and reaffirming her ongoing commitment to his mission. Her role was not only significant domestically but also internationally, as she maintained a direct communication line with South Korea during critical trade negotiations.
The selection of Miller may indicate potential further changes within the administration, though no additional reshuffle has been announced by Trump at this time.