SUMMARY
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, marking the first major staffing decision for his second term and making her the first female to hold this influential role in U.S. history. Wiles, a longtime Trump ally and accomplished political strategist, led his campaign to victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. She joined Trump and his family in Palm Beach to celebrate the win, reiterating her integral role in the campaign’s success. Trump voiced his admiration for Wiles, stating, "Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected." He credited her for helping to secure “one of the greatest political victories in American history” and praised her involvement in his 2016 and 2020 campaigns. Trump emphasized that Wiles would "continue to work tirelessly to Make America Great Again,” a mission she has championed since her early days with his campaign.
