In brief
On November 6, 2026, Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Stephen Miller, his current deputy chief of staff, will become chief of staff the following Monday. Susie Wiles will move to a nongovernmental role linked to the president’s political activities after Trump earlier dismissed speculation about a replacement. The announcement was echoed by BBC, NBC News and CNN, confirming the transition.
On November 6, 2026, President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social page that Stephen Miller, the president’s Deputy Chief of Staff, would take over as White House Chief of Staff on Monday, November 9, 2026. Miller will replace Susie Wiles, who has served as chief of staff under Trump since the start of his second term.
"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," Trump wrote on the platform.
Stephen Miller has been a longstanding aide to the president, known as the architect of Trump’s hard‑line immigration policy. His promotion comes amid a reshuffle that follows the president’s midterm election victory and the announcement of Wiles’ departure. The move has been confirmed by multiple outlets, including BBC, NBC News and CNN, all reporting that Miller will assume the chief of staff position and that Wiles will transition to a role with a non‑governmental organization linked to Trump’s political activities.
Trump had previously denied speculation in mid‑October that he intended to replace the chief of staff, stating that the current arrangement was working well. The decision to promote Miller, however, has been described as part of a broader reshuffling of senior aides as the administration prepares for the final months of its term.
BBC News reported that “Miller, considered the architect of Trump's hard-line immigration policy, will move into the role on Monday.” NBC News echoed the statement, noting the transition’s timing and Wiles’ new role. CNN’s coverage highlighted the significance of the appointment and added that Wiles would be moving into a position within a non‑governmental organization affiliated with the Trump political movement.
With the transition scheduled for Monday, the White House’s internal operations are expected to continue under Miller’s leadership as the administration focuses on its remaining legislative agenda for the year.
