US Politics: Trump sacks Susie Wiles after midterm rout, appoints Stephen Miller

US Politics: Trump sacks Susie Wiles after midterm rout, appoints Stephen Miller

US President-elect Donald Trump has officially dismissed his White House Chief of Staff <b>Susie Wiles</b> following the party's significant setback in the recent midterm elections. The decision marks a major administrative shake-up within the incoming leadership team. Trump announced the leadership change on his social media platform, Truth Social, on Friday. While acknowledging Wiles' contributions during the transition period, he confirmed that <b>Stephen Miller</b> will step into the highly influential role of Chief of Staff effective immediately. This rapid personnel overhaul highlights the volatile nature of Trump's inner circle, where loyalty is often secondary to election-cycle performance. While the administration frames this as a strategic pivot, the sudden exit suggests a desperate attempt to regain control after the midterm blowback.

By News Desk • 11/6/2026
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