White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles waved as she prepared to board Air Force One on October 23, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Accompanying her were White House communications aide Danielle Alvarez and White House Deputy Chief of Staff and Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller.
President Trump announced on Friday that Wiles will be replaced by Stephen Miller as the new Chief of Staff. This decision follows the Republican Party’s recent loss of power in the midterm elections.
Stephen Miller, previously the Deputy Chief of Staff, is set to assume his new role on Monday. Miller has been a significant presence in Trump’s administration since 2016, contributing to foundational policies, particularly in immigration.
Susie Wiles, who played a crucial role in the Trump 2020 campaign in Florida, served diligently as Chief of Staff from the beginning of this administration. Earlier this year, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but she was announced cancer-free in the fall. Her tenure and contributions are noted amidst this leadership transition.
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