Trump appoints Stephen Miller, replacing Susie Wiles, as chief of staff

Trump appoints Stephen Miller, replacing Susie Wiles, as chief of staff

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President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff on 6 November, a move seen as a signal of a more confrontational approach after the Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections, The Age reported on 7 November. CNBC reported that Miller would assume the role, succeeding Susie Wiles. CBC noted that Wiles was moving to a political operation while Miller took over as chief of staff.

The Straits Times added that the change came as the administration prepared for a Democratic-controlled Congress. CBS News said the announcement came hours after Trump indicated on 60 Minutes that staff changes were forthcoming.

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Donald J. Trump Stephen Miller Susie Wiles Department of Homeland Security David Cohen University of Akron

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White House, Washington, DC, United States Florida, United States Akron, Ohio, United States

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It is confirmed that on November 7, 2026, President Trump announced Stephen Miller as the successor to Susie Wiles as chief of staff. It is partially confirmed that Susie Wiles is moving to a political operation after being succeeded by Stephen Miller as chief of staff. There is not enough evidence to verify that President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as chief of staff on November 7, 2026. There is also not enough evidence to confirm that Stephen Miller was deputy chief of staff before being announced as chief of staff by President Trump.

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November 07, 2026
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Trump names Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff
Trump names Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

The Age • 07 Nov 02:52

President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as chief of staff on Friday, a move seen as a signal of a more confrontational approach following Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections.

Credibility 72% Manip. 48% Left
Trump names Stephen Miller to replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff
Trump names Stephen Miller to replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff

CBS News • 07 Nov 00:03

President Trump announced Stephen Miller will succeed Susie Wiles as chief of staff, hours after indicating on 60 Minutes that staff changes were forthcoming following the midterm elections.

Credibility 88% Manip. 12% Center
November 06, 2026
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President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

The New York Times • 06 Nov 22:12

President Trump named longtime adviser Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, ending Susie Wiles' tenure amid post-midterm turnover.

Credibility 78% Manip. 32% Left
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

NBC News • 06 Nov 22:10

President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller will assume the role of chief of staff on Monday, succeeding Susie Wiles after her resignation.

Credibility 82% Manip. 31% Left
Stephen Miller appointed White House chief of staff by President Trump
Stephen Miller appointed White House chief of staff by President Trump

Al Jazeera • 06 Nov 22:03

President Donald Trump named longtime adviser Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, a move seen as reinforcing the administration's hard-line immigration agenda.

Credibility 82% Manip. 28% Left
Trump replaces chief of staff amid midterm losses, Houston limits ICE cooperation
Trump replaces chief of staff amid midterm losses, Houston limits ICE cooperation

News.com.au • 06 Nov 21:22

President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as chief of staff after Republicans' midterm defeat, while Houston's mayor announced reduced police collaboration with immigration authorities.

Credibility 45% Manip. 38% Left
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

The Straits Times • 06 Nov 19:23

President Donald Trump named longtime aide Stephen Miller chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles as the administration prepares for a Democratic-controlled Congress.

Credibility 85% Manip. 12% Center
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as new White House chief of staff
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as new White House chief of staff

NPR • 06 Nov 19:13

President Donald J. Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as chief of staff, with Miller set to assume the role on Monday.

Credibility 88% Manip. 12% Center
Trump Names Stephen Miller as New White House Chief of Staff
Trump Names Stephen Miller as New White House Chief of Staff

NDTV • 06 Nov 19:08

President Donald Trump announced that Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, with Wiles moving to the Trump Political Operation.

Credibility 85% Manip. 12% Center
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

CBC • 06 Nov 19:07

President Donald Trump announced that deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller will assume the role of chief of staff, succeeding Susie Wiles, who is moving to a political operation.

Credibility 88% Manip. 12% Center
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff

BBC • 06 Nov 19:07

President Trump announced that Stephen Miller will assume the role of chief of staff on Monday, replacing former chief of staff Kayleigh McEnany.

Credibility 88% Manip. 12% Center
Stephen Miller appointed White House chief of staff as Susie Wiles steps down
Stephen Miller appointed White House chief of staff as Susie Wiles steps down

The Guardian • 06 Nov 19:05

President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, marking a senior staff change following the recent midterm elections.

Credibility 88% Manip. 28% Left
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

The Age • 06 Nov 19:03

President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, effective Monday, following the recent midterm elections.

Credibility 82% Manip. 15% Center
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

CNBC • 06 Nov 18:56

President Donald Trump announced Stephen Miller will assume the role of White House chief of staff, succeeding Susie Wiles, amid the aftermath of the recent midterm elections.

Credibility 82% Manip. 12% Center

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