Trump appoints Susie Wiles as chief of staff as Putin congratulates him on election victory

Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles as his chief of staff, marking a significant move in his re-election campaign. Wiles is praised for her toughness and innovation. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Trump on his victory and expressed willingness to engage in discussions. In Pennsylvania, Republican Rob Bresnahan won a House seat, defeating long-time Democratic incumbent Matt Cartwright. This victory is part of a broader trend where Republicans gained a Senate majority, though control of the House remains uncertain as many races are still uncalled. Rudy Giuliani is facing legal challenges over a $148 million defamation judgment related to false claims about two Georgia election workers. A judge has ordered him to surrender valuable assets, including a luxury apartment and a vintage car, as part of the court ruling.