Key takeaways:
- White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and will begin treatment immediately while continuing her duties.
- President Trump praised Wiles’ strength and commitment, noting her excellent prognosis and the “fantastic medical team” she has assembled.
- Wiles, who also serves as co-campaign manager for Trump’s 2024 campaign, is balancing her health challenges with her responsibilities; further updates are expected.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, President Donald Trump announced on Monday. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump confirmed that Wiles, 68, will begin treatment immediately but will continue to serve in her role throughout the process.
According to the president, Wiles has assembled a “fantastic medical team,” and her prognosis is “excellent.” Trump expressed his satisfaction that she will be spending nearly full time at the White House during her treatment, highlighting her strength and commitment to her duties. “Her strength and her commitment to continue doing the job she loves, and does so well, while undergoing treatment, tells you everything you need to know about her,” he wrote.
Wiles has been serving as the White House chief of staff since the start of President Trump’s second term. In addition to her current role, she has also been a co-campaign manager for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. The announcement marks a significant moment as she balances her health challenges with her responsibilities in the administration.
Details about the specific treatment Wiles will undergo have not been disclosed. The White House has not provided additional comments beyond the president’s social media statements. Updates on her condition and role are expected as the situation develops.
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