Former President Donald Trump announced Friday that Stephen Miller will take over as White House Chief of Staff, replacing Susie Wiles in a significant staff shakeup. The decision comes amid internal Republican scrutiny following the party’s disappointing midterm performance.
Miller Takes the Helm
Miller, who has served as Trump’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security Advisor since 2025, was described by the former president as “one of my most trusted advisors.” Trump praised his loyalty and managerial skills, stating, “Stephen’s been with me from the beginning. He gets it, very good politically, and he’s a very good manager. He’ll do a great job.”
Wiles Transition
Susie Wiles, who held the Chief of Staff role, will transition to Trump’s political operation. Despite recent criticism, Trump insisted she had done “an outstanding job” and emphasized her continued role in his orbit. “I want to thank her for her service as Chief of Staff—She has done a great job!” he told reporters.
Midterm Fallout?
Though Trump denied direct ties between Wiles’ reassignment and Republican midterm losses, the timing has fueled speculation. When pressed, he simply stated, “I wanted to make a change,” and maintained confidence in both Miller and Wiles. Earlier, Trump had dismissed rumors of an impending shakeup as “false” and “fake news.”
The move signals a potential strategic shift within Trump’s team as Miller—a hardline immigration architect known for his aggressive policy approach—steps into a central leadership role ahead of the 2026 political landscape.
Source: www.thegatewaypundit.com — https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/11/video-trump-speaks-reporters-after-replacing-susie-wiles/