President Donald Trump has named Stephen Miller, known for his strong stance on immigration policies, as his new chief of staff. This decision comes on the heels of significant losses for the Republican Party in the recent midterm elections.
Miller, who previously served as deputy chief of staff and senior adviser during Trump’s first term, will replace Susie Wiles, who resigned after the party lost control of both chambers of Congress. In a statement, Trump mentioned that Wiles would transition to the “Trump Political Operation” and praised her performance in her chief of staff role.
Miller is expected to take on his new responsibilities on Monday. He has been a loyal aide to Trump, remaining supportive after the president’s defeat in the 2020 election and returning to the White House with him last year.
The announcement of Wiles’ resignation was reportedly confirmed by a U.S. official who spoke with CBS News. Sources indicated that her departure was linked to the Republican Party’s performance in the midterms. Wiles, who is 69 and has recently been in remission from cancer, called her time in the administration “the honor of a lifetime” and expressed pride in the accomplishments they achieved together.
Wiles’s resignation is part of a larger trend of high-profile departures following the midterm elections, sparking discussions within the Republican Party about potential adjustments to their strategies. Other resignations have included key officials from the Justice Department who were involved in various investigations related to Trump.
In response to Miller’s appointment, Democrats criticized Trump for sticking with the same policy framework that contributed to the electoral setback. Congressman Robert Garcia, who is poised to lead the House Oversight Committee, stated intentions to continue investigating Miller, whom he labeled as the architect of controversial ICE raids.
However, Trump’s Communications Director, Steven Cheung, defended Miller’s appointment, emphasizing his dedication to the Trump agenda and potential to achieve significant victories in the upcoming term.
