Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed his campaign manager, Susie Wiles, as White House chief of staff, marking his first significant decision since winning this week’s election. Susie Wiles will be the first woman in US history to hold the role of White House chief of staff.
“Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected,” Donald Trump said in a statement. “Susie will continue to work tirelessly to Make America Great Again. It is a well deserved honor to have Susie as the first-ever female Chief of Staff in United States history,” he further added.
Who Is Susie Wiles?
Susie Wiles is the daughter of National Football League (NFL) player and sports broadcaster Pat Summeral. She began her political career in the Washington House of New York Republican Jack Kemp in the 1970s and later joined Ronald Reagan’s presidential campaign in the 1980s, marking the start of her involvement in national politics.
She briefly managed Utah Governor Jon Huntsman’s 2012 presidential campaign before leading Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign in Florida — a pivotal win that contributed to his path to the White House.
In 2018, Wiles played a key role in Ron DeSantis’s successful attempt for Florida governor. However, a rift soon developed between them, leading DeSantis to pressure Trump’s 2020 campaign to sever ties with her, despite her role in overseeing Trump’s Florida efforts at the time.
This appointment marks the start of what is anticipated to be a series of staffing announcements as Donald Trump prepares to take office on January 20, 2025. The selection of Wiles is a significant step for the president-elect, signalling an initial test of his government as he swiftly assembles the team that will lead the US government.
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