Miller Replaces Wiles as Chief of Staff
The new appointment begins November 9, following midterm losses for the president's party.
By Layla Petrov ·
Stephen Miller takes the role of White House chief of staff on November 9, 2026. He replaces Susie Wiles, who served in that post since the president's return to office.
President Trump made the announcement on Truth Social on Friday. He described Miller as one of his most trusted advisors. The change marks a major shift in the administration's leadership structure after Republicans lost ground in the midterm elections.
Miller currently holds the position of deputy chief of staff. He has guided the administration's hardline immigration enforcement and deportation policies for years. Wiles moves to the Trump Political Operation, a role focused on the party's future campaigns.
Wiles posted her farewell message on X. She called her time in the White House the honor of a lifetime. She cited border security, tax cuts, and economic strengthening as key achievements of her tenure.
The president stated that Wiles did an outstanding job. He thanked her for her service. The transition occurs just days after voters rejected the congressional agenda supported by the president's party.
