Susie Wiles, President Donald Trump's chief of staff, announced on Monday that she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. The 68-year-old, who is the first woman to hold the position, stated she plans to continue working through her treatment. President Trump praised Wiles, calling her an "amazing fighter" with an "excellent" prognosis and highlighting her commitment to her role.
Wiles revealed her diagnosis was made the previous week and expressed gratitude for her medical team who detected the cancer early, leading to a strong prognosis. She noted that nearly one in eight women in the United States face a similar diagnosis and emphasized their strength and determination in continuing their daily lives and work. Trump, in a Truth Social post, confirmed Wiles would be spending "virtually full time at the White House" during her treatment period.
Support for Wiles poured in from across the political spectrum. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen, Senator Katie Boyd, Representative Tom Emmer, and even Democratic Senator John Fetterman all expressed well wishes and admiration for Wiles's leadership and resilience. Wiles has been a pivotal figure in Trump's second administration, credited with bringing discipline to the White House and playing an instrumental role in his 2024 election win.
