White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, but plans to remain in her role while undergoing treatment, President Trump announced Monday.
Trump shared the news in a post on Truth Social, saying: “Susie Wiles is an incredible Chief of Staff, a great person, and one of the strongest people I know but, unfortunately, she has been diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, and has decided to take on this challenge, IMMEDIATELY, as opposed to waiting. She has a fantastic medical team, and her prognosis is excellent! During the treatment period, she will be spending virtually full time at the White House, which makes me, as President, very happy! 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. Susie, as one of my closest and most important advisors, is tough and deeply committed to serving the American People. She will soon be better than ever! Melania and I are with her in every way, and we look forward to working with Susie on the many big and wonderful things that are happening for the benefit of our Country!”
Wiles, 68, confirmed the diagnosis in a statement, explaining that the cancer was discovered early. “I am grateful to have an outstanding team of doctors who detected the cancer early and are guiding my care, and I am encouraged by a strong prognosis,” she said. She also thanked the president for his support and said she plans to continue serving as chief of staff.
Speaking before a meeting of the Kennedy Center Board at the White House, Trump called Wiles “an amazing person, an amazing fighter,” describing the diagnosis as a “minor difficulty” and saying she had already started treatment.
Messages of support quickly followed from across the administration and Capitol Hill. Vice President JD Vance said that “The Vance family is praying for our dear friend as she takes on her next fight!” and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote “Susie Wiles epitomizes what it means to be a strong leader. She is also one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. Susie led President Trump’s historic 2024 comeback campaign and is now spearheading the most successful administration in history. I know I speak for the President and the entire White House when I say that we are all praying for Susie and rallying behind her as she prepares to fight this battle against breast cancer. 
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Wiles has long been a central figure in Trump’s political circle. She served as co–campaign manager for his 2024 presidential run before becoming the first woman to hold the position of White House chief of staff. Trump has frequently praised her leadership, once referring to her as the “most powerful woman in the world.”
Before returning to national politics, Wiles built a long career in political strategy, including key roles in Florida campaigns and work on Ronald Reagan’s presidential campaign early in her career. She is also the daughter of the late NFL kicker and broadcaster Pat Summerall.
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