Trump appoints Stephen Miller as new White House Chief of Staff

President Donald Trump has chosen his Deputy Chief of Staff, Stephen Miller, to assume the role of White House Chief of Staff, with the transition set to begin on Monday, November 9, 2026. This decision was announced via a statement released by the White House on X, alongside the confirmation that current Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, would be reassigned to his political team.

In the proclamation, Trump hailed Miller as one of his most trusted advisers and voiced confidence in his capability to fulfill the responsibilities of the high-ranking position. "I am pleased to announce that Mr. Stephen Miller, the current Deputy Chief of Staff of the Trump Administration, and one of my most trusted advisors, will become the Chief of Staff starting Monday, November 9, 2026," the president stated.

Trump also took the opportunity to commend Wiles for her service, acknowledging her performance during her tenure as chief of staff. "I want to thank her for her service as Chief of Staff — she has done a great job!" he added. Miller presently holds the position of Deputy Chief of Staff in the Trump administration and is recognized as one of Trump's most trusted political confidants.