According to Donald Trump, Susan Wiles ensured control at the campaign’s chief of staff. Now, as the new chief of staff, she will be the second most important person in the White House. Portrait.
Author:
Leonard Flach
08.11.2024, 16:31
Susan Wiles will be chief of staff in the White House. Donald Trump announced this one day after his election victory. This is the first official personnel decision for his second term in office from 2025.
The position of chief of staff is considered to be the most influential in the White House after that of the President. Wiles would be the first woman to hold the position.
Future duties of the chief officer
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As chief of staff, Wiles will lead the White House staff, organize the US President’s schedule and be responsible for communications with other government departments as well as senators and representatives.
Successful chiefs of staff are the closest confidants to the president and help implement campaign promises. Usually, they act as “gatekeepers”: They help decide with whom the president spends his time and with whom he speaks.
The chief of staff is “absolutely critical to an effective White House,” according to Chris Whipple, whose book ”The Gatekeepers” details how the role of the White House chief of staff shapes and defines a presidency. “At the end of the day, the most important thing is to tell the president what he doesn’t want to hear.”
Wiles is well respected inside and outside the Trump camp for running his presidential campaign this year. Meanwhile, Wiles has largely avoided the spotlight, even refusing to take the microphone after mentioning Trump during his victory speech. According to reports, she also refrained from using the official title of “campaign manager” to avoid becoming the target of attacks herself.
The faithful adviser
During the campaign, Wiles was able to do what others were able to do: She was able to help control Trump’s impulses. Not by reprimanding or lecturing him, but by appreciating him. According to political experts,
she showed him that he would drive better if he followed her advice. In this sense, she led Trump’s campaigns in Florida, the third largest US state in terms of population, in 2016 and 2020.
Profile of Susan Wiles
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- He was born in New Jersey in 1957 (age 67)
- Daughter of former NFL football player and sports reporter Pat Summerall and Cheri Summerall
- He studied at the University of Maryland
- longtime Republican strategist
- divorced from Lenny Wiles, a Republican political consultant
- Mother of two daughters
- lives in Florida
“Susie is tough, smart, innovative and admired and respected by everyone,” Trump said in his speech on Wednesday, in which he also referred to Wiles as an “Ice Maiden.” “Susie is honored to be the first Chief of Staff in the history of the United States. I have no doubt she will make our country proud.”
Honesty and loyalty – Susie has both in abundance.
“It’s just a different functional structure because it’s a rare ability to be able to work on so many different important issues at the same time,” said Chris LaCivita, who worked with Wiles as an adviser to Trump’s presidential campaign. “She can really handle any ego that gets in her way.” Wiles also brings the most important thing in politics: “Honesty and loyalty – Susie has both in abundance.”
The experienced strategist
Wiles is a longtime Republican strategist based in Florida. For example, she led the successful candidacy of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in 2018.
She also helped Ron DeSantis achieve success. Less than a month before the 2018 ballot, Wiles got gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis’ campaign back on track.
Before that, she managed Rick Scott’s 2010 gubernatorial campaign in Florida and briefly managed the presidential campaign of former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman in 2012. Wiles also worked in the offices of the former mayor of Jacksonville, Florida’s largest city.
Wiles’ rise in politics began under Republican Ronald Reagan.
Wiles’ experience is based, among other things, on working with one of the most famous Republican presidents. In the 1980s, Susan Wiles campaigned for Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States. She then worked as an appointment planner in his government.
to devote herself again to the President’s appointments, but this time as a more influential chief of staff.
Ed closely with Wiles during the campaign. ”She possesses a unique skill set that allows her to juggle multiple priorities and still remain focused on the president’s agenda.”
Wiles’ experience in political strategy and her ability to navigate the complex dynamics of the White House will be crucial as she takes on this pivotal role. As chief of staff, she will not only be a key advisor to the president but also a vital link between the administration and Congress, ensuring that the president’s policies and initiatives are effectively communicated and promoted.
With a background that blends political acumen and respect from both allies and adversaries, Wiles is poised to make a significant impact in her new position. Her leadership style, characterized by resilience and adaptability, will be essential in managing the challenges of a rapidly changing political landscape.
As she transitions into her role, all eyes will be on Wiles to see how she shapes the White House’s policies, manages relationships, and executes the president’s agenda. Her success in this position could redefine the role of chief of staff for future administrations and set a precedent for how political operatives can effectively bridge the gap between campaign strategy and governing in Washington.