Trump installs Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

Updated on: November 6, 2026 / 8:40 PM EST / CBS News

Trump installs Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

TL;DR

  • Stephen Miller has been appointed White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles.
  • The change occurred shortly after Republican losses in the midterm elections.
  • President Trump cited the need to 'make moves' and called Miller a trusted advisor.
  • Susie Wiles will transition to the Trump Political Operation.
  • Democrats, including Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries, denounced Miller's appointment and vowed opposition.
  • Miller is known as the architect of the Trump administration's immigration policies.