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Susan Wiles: Trump's First Female Chief of Staff
Veteran Republican strategist Susan Wiles appointed as Donald Trump's White House Chief of Staff, making history as the first woman to hold the position. Her appointment signals a potential shift in Washington's governing institutions.
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- Who is Susan Wiles and what is her new role?
- Susan Wiles, a veteran Republican strategist, has been appointed by Donald Trump as his White House Chief of Staff, making her the first woman to hold this position.
- Why has Trump had numerous chiefs of staff in the past?
- Trump has a history of cycling through chiefs of staff; previous holders of the position include Reince Priebus and John Kelly. Wiles's appointment suggests a search for someone who can both efficiently manage Trump's operations and exert strong control over his access.
- What is Susan Wiles's background in Republican politics?
- Wiles's long career in Republican politics includes working on Ronald Reagan's campaign and managing successful campaigns for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Senator Ron DeSantis. She also managed Trump's political operations after his presidency.
- What condition did Wiles reportedly set for accepting the role?
- Wiles's reported condition for the role was full control over access to Trump, illustrating a serious commitment to wielding power and ensuring his adherence to a specific political agenda.
- What is the potential significance of Wiles's appointment in the context of "Project 2025"?
- Media commentators suggest Wiles's appointment signals a plan to fundamentally reshape Washington's governing institutions in line with the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025", a plan for sustained right-wing governance.