Fri Nov 08 12:45:14 UTC 2024: ## Trump Appoints Susan Wiles as First Female White House Chief of Staff
**WASHINGTON, D.C. -** President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Susan Wiles, his campaign manager, will serve as his White House chief of staff starting in January. Trump praised Wiles as “tough, smart, innovative” and a “universally admired and respected” figure, marking this appointment as a historic first for a woman in this role.
“Susie just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history,” Trump said in a statement. “It is a well-deserved honor to have Susie as the first-ever female chief of staff in United States history.”
Wiles, 67, has a long and impressive history in Republican politics. After starting her political career with Ronald Reagan’s 1980 campaign, she went on to transform Florida politics, notably guiding Rick Scott’s successful gubernatorial race in 2010. Wiles met Trump during the 2015 Republican primaries and became a key player in his Florida campaign, which ultimately secured his victory over Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who appointed Wiles to lead his successful gubernatorial campaign, described her as “the best in the business.”
The White House chief of staff is the president’s top aide, overseeing the White House, directing policy development, and managing the president’s staff.
Trump’s decision to appoint Wiles, a seasoned political operative, signifies his commitment to building a strong and experienced team for his administration. With the 20th of January fast approaching, the Trump transition team is currently working to finalize appointments for top positions within the executive departments.
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