Washington, D.C.— President Donald Trump confirmed the appointment of Stephen Miller as the new White House Chief of Staff, replacing Susie Wiles, who will step down after leading the administration's internal operations for nearly two years.
Explaining his decision to the media, Trump acknowledged
Wiles's work but made it clear that he felt it was necessary to modify the
structure of his inner circle.
"I wanted to make a change. I think Susie has done a
very good job, but we have to make decisions. Sometimes in life you have to
make decisions," the president said.
The change was officially announced this Friday, and Miller
will begin his new duties next Monday, November 9. Wiles, for her part, will
join Trump's political team.
The appointment is particularly significant given Miller's
profile. Until now, he served as Deputy Chief of Staff and has been one of the
president's closest and most trusted advisors. He is also considered one of the
principal architects of the current administration's immigration policy,
particularly its border control measures and mass deportations.
His appointment signals continuity and a possible hardening
of the presidential agenda, especially regarding immigration.