Trump appoints Susie Wiles as first female chief of staff in U.S. history
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Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles as his chief of staff, marking her as the first woman to hold this position in U.S. history. Wiles previously served as a senior staffer on Trump's campaign. Wiles played a key role in Trump's 2024 election victory, although she maintained a low public profile during the campaign. Trump praised her as "tough, smart, and innovative" in his announcement. Wiles has been involved with Trump’s political efforts since 2016, managing operations in Florida and later leading his Save America PAC. She has also worked with Ron DeSantis during his gubernatorial campaign.