President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles, a longtime strategist and former lobbyist, as his White House chief of staff. Wiles, who led Trump’s campaign and previously worked on Republican campaigns, brings decades of political experience to the role. Her appointment reflects a recurring pattern of presidents selecting advisers with lobbying backgrounds.
Wiles severed ties with Mercury Public Affairs, where she lobbied for clients like Swisher International and a controversial Alaskan mining project, shortly before her new role was announced. While critics, including Public Citizen, have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, Trump’s team has committed to adhering to ethics guidelines.
Wiles’s trusted position highlights her ability to navigate the intersection of politics, business, and governance as she helps shape Trump’s executive office and policy priorities for his second term.
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