RismadarVoice Reporters
November 6, 2026
United States President Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new White House Chief of Staff, replacing Susie Wiles following the Republican Party’s defeat in the 2026 midterm elections.
Trump announced the decision on Friday, confirming that Miller would assume the position on Monday, November 9, while Wiles would move to his political operation.
The leadership change comes days after Democrats secured control of both chambers of Congress, dealing a significant political setback to the Republican administration.
Miller, a longtime Trump adviser and leading architect of the administration’s restrictive immigration policies, currently serves as Deputy White House Chief of Staff.
His promotion places one of the President’s closest policy advisers in charge of coordinating White House operations and overseeing the administration’s legislative and political priorities.
Announcing the appointment, Trump praised Wiles for her service and described her performance as outstanding.
Wiles, who became the first woman to serve as White House Chief of Staff, confirmed her departure in a statement, describing her time in the administration as the honour of a lifetime.
She expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve and reaffirmed her commitment to Trump’s political agenda despite leaving her White House position.
According to American media reports, Wiles submitted her resignation on Thursday following discussions about the Republican Party’s electoral losses.
Her departure represents one of the most significant personnel changes in Trump’s second administration.
Miller has remained a central figure in Trump’s political circle since the 2016 presidential campaign and has played a prominent role in developing and implementing the administration’s immigration enforcement policies.
His appointment has drawn criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who argue that it signals continued commitment to policies they oppose.
Representative Robert Garcia, a senior Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, indicated that congressional scrutiny of Miller’s conduct and immigration policies would continue.
White House officials, however, defended the appointment, describing Miller as a trusted adviser with extensive knowledge of the President’s priorities.
The leadership transition comes as the administration prepares to work with a Democratic-controlled Congress, where legislative negotiations and congressional oversight are expected to become more challenging.
Miller’s appointment takes effect on Monday, marking a new phase in the administration’s leadership following the midterm elections.
