President Donald Trump announced a major shake-up in White House leadership Sunday, naming immigration hardliner Stephen Miller as his new Chief of Staff starting November 9. The move comes just days after Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections.
In a Truth Social post, Trump revealed current Chief of Staff Susie Wiles will transition to leading his political operations. The president praised Miller as “one of the most trusted advisors” while thanking Wiles for her “outstanding job” and “great service.”
Leadership Shift Follows Republican Midterm Defeats
The staffing change follows disappointing election results for Republicans, who lost their House and Senate majorities last week. Miller, 41, has served as Deputy Chief of Staff since 2025 and was a senior policy advisor during Trump’s first term, becoming the architect of the administration’s strict immigration policies.
Wiles confirmed her departure on X (formerly Twitter), calling her White House tenure “the honor of a lifetime.” She highlighted achievements including border security measures, tax cuts, and economic growth as part of Trump’s “America First” agenda.
Trump Denied Earlier Reports of Wiles’ Ouster
The announcement contradicts Trump’s recent insistence that Wiles would remain in the role. In October, the president dismissed a Politico report about potential replacements as “fake news,” telling reporters: “Zero chance. Zero. It was a fake story. Let me just tell you, the Susie Wiles story was a fake story. She’s been incredible.”
Miller’s promotion solidifies his position as one of Trump’s most influential advisors at a critical juncture. As Democrats prepare to take control of Congress in January, the administration faces heightened scrutiny over policy priorities and potential investigations.
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