EnglishTrump names Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff
Miller succeeds Susie Wiles, with a 9 November start announced by Trump. Wiles is moving to the president's political operation.
President Donald Trump named Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff on 6 November 2026, choosing his longtime adviser to succeed Susie Wiles.
Miller, who was deputy chief of staff, was scheduled to take over on 9 November, according to Trump’s announcement. Trump said Wiles would continue working for his political operation.
The appointment came three days after the US midterm elections, in which Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress. Miller has been a prominent figure in Trump’s immigration policy since his first administration.
The White House identified Miller as its 33rd chief of staff. Its announcement included messages welcoming the appointment from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who also thanked Wiles for her service.
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- President Trump Names Stephen Miller as 33rd White House Chief of Staff — The White House
- Announcement of Stephen Miller appointment — Donald J. Trump
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