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Trump removes Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff

Wiles, the first woman to hold the role, is replaced by immigration official Stephen Miller.

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At a glance

  • Susie Wiles is leaving her position as White House chief of staff
  • Stephen Miller, an immigration official, will replace her
  • Wiles was the first woman to serve as chief of staff
  • The move follows other departures of senior female officials from the administration

US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that Susie Wiles will step down as White House chief of staff, making way for Stephen Miller to assume the position. Wiles, who was the first woman to serve in the role, thanked the president for the opportunity.

The departure marks another exit of a senior female official from the administration, leaving the leadership team predominantly male, according to reports.

Why it matters

The change represents a significant restructuring of the president's inner circle and continues a pattern of female officials departing the administration.

Original reporting

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