Trump Names Stephen Miller as Chief of Staff Following Midterm Losses

Miller served as deputy chief of staff and defended the president’s policies. He claimed on CNN in January 2026 that the US possessed the right to seize Greenland. He also worked to block Democratic legislation in Congress.

Susie Wiles managed the 2024 Trump campaign and served as chief of staff after the inauguration. Her resignation follows the November 3, 2026, midterm elections where the Republican Party lost control of the House and Senate. A White House official stated that Wiles resigned on November 5, 2026. She will move to a new role within the Trump Political Operation. Democrats have signaled opposition to Miller’s appointment.

1. President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff on Monday.

2. White House communications director Steven Cheung described Miller as a "Trump OG" who has been with the president since the beginning of his political career.

3. Miller previously served as deputy chief of staff. NBC News reported that Miller is the architect of the mass-deportation campaign.

4. Steve Bannon, a former White House strategist, characterized Miller as a "true believer" who understands the "ecosystem around the issues."

1. Representative Robert Garcia stated that House Oversight Democrats intend to investigate Miller for alleged misconduct. They plan to oppose his policy agenda in Congress and the courts.

2. Miller faced public criticism for promoting claims of election fraud in California and Alaska that lacked evidence.

3. During the midterm campaign, Miller frequently directed sharp criticism toward Democrats on social media, calling them "extremists, freaks and America-hating lunatics."