The replacement of Wiles, who submitted her resignation on Thursday night, with Miller, a current deputy chief of staff and architect of Trump’s immigration and deportation policies, raised immediate questions about Trump’s governing strategy. Trump said Wiles “has done an outstanding job,” and will be moving to his political operation.
Today is my last day as White House Chief of Staff. Serving President Trump in the White House has been the honor of a lifetime. I’m so proud to have been a part of what we’ve accomplished together from securing our border and cutting taxes to strengthening our economy and…
Miller’s Appointment Signals Hardline Turn
Trump told reporters shortly after announcing his decision on Truth Social, “I wanted to make a change.” He described Miller as “very good politically” and a “great manager.”
Democrats Condemn the Move
Criticism of Miller’s selection poured in from Democrats.
Wiles’s Departure
Wiles, who helped direct Trump’s 2024 campaign, was the first senior White House official to resign after Republicans lost heavily in Tuesday’s midterm elections. Today is my last day as White House Chief of Staff,
Wiles posted on X. Serving President Trump in the White House has been the honor of a lifetime. I’m so proud to have been a part of what we’ve accomplished together… While my role may be changing, my commitment to the president and the mission never will.
She had planned to stay on through Congress’ lame-duck session, but the president accelerated her departure.
More on Stephen Miller
Donald Trump learned nothing from his historic defeat. Stephen Miller is the architect of the most barbaric, inhumane policies of this administration. Trump couldn’t have made a worse choice. Our Democratic majorities will fight him every step of the way. https://t.co/1lFvwiwR0H
Stephen Miller is a dangerous xenophobe and reckless extremist who has American blood on his hands. His presence in government should be eradicated like a malignant tumor. Fire him today.
