The first woman to head the White House staff — who is she?

US President-elect Donald Trump has already made his first appointment: Susan Wiles will head the White House staff. This is the first time in the history of the United States that a woman has held this position.

Novyny.LIVE gathered information about Susan Wiles. 

What is known about Susan Wiles

Just two days after the presidential election, Donald Trump decided on a candidate for the post of White House Chief of Staff and appointed Susan Wiles to the position. Previously, she was an advisor during his first term.

According to media reports, Wiles is an experienced political strategist who supported Trump in his 2016, 2020, and 2024 election campaigns. Her appointment marks a historic moment, as she is the first woman to hold this role in the new president’s team.

As you know, the person in this position is in charge of the White House staff, controlling access to the Oval Office and the flow of information. Wiles will also be the main link between the president and Congress, representatives of the executive branch and other influential groups.

The official is also known for her loyalty to Trump and significant influence on his political strategy. She is called the "de facto" campaign manager who managed to defend Trump's positions in difficult circumstances.

Earlier, CNN reported that the official had allegedly set certain conditions for Trump before accepting the position. One of the key requirements is more control over who can contact the president in the Oval Office. After all, during Trump's first term, his chiefs of staff tried to ban informal advisers, family members, friends, and other outsiders from entering the White House to meet with the president.

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