Trump Announces Susie Wiles' Exit After Mentioning Post-Midterm Changes
President Trump confirmed Susie Wiles' departure following remarks about potential staff changes.
The Brief
- Trump indicated he intended to make some changes to his team following the midterm elections, though he expressed confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- Wiles submitted her resignation on Thursday, which CBS News reported was connected to the Republican Party's losses in the midterm elections.
- Trump announced Stephen Miller as her replacement as chief of staff just hours after the 60 Minutes interview.
President Trump announced Susie Wiles' departure as White House chief of staff shortly after discussing potential staff changes during a 60 Minutes interview.
During the interview, Trump indicated he intended to make some changes to his team following the midterm elections, though he expressed confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Wiles submitted her resignation on Thursday, which CBS News reported was connected to the Republican Party's losses in the midterm elections.
Trump announced Stephen Miller as her replacement as chief of staff just hours after the 60 Minutes interview.
Wiles is among several senior officials to leave the administration this year, including Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
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