Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, his campaign manager during the 2024 election, as his White House chief of staff, marking his first significant staff appointment following his victory.
Wiles, who is 67 and a Florida native, will make history as the first female to hold the role of chief of staff in U.S. history.
“Susie is tough, smart, and highly respected across the board. She’s been a key part of our success, and I am confident she will continue to work relentlessly to Make America Great Again,” Trump said in a statement.
“It’s an honor to have her as part of the team.”
Wiles, known for her more disciplined approach in managing Trump’s second presidential campaign, takes on the role following a period of high turnover in the Trump administration’s staff during his first term.
Trump’s previous White House saw four different chiefs of staff, including one acting chief for a year.
While Wiles did not speak at Trump’s election night rally, she stood alongside him as a key figure in his victory, choosing to let her work speak for itself.
She is also the daughter of the late sportscaster, Pat Summerall.
