Susie Wiles: podcast appearances and interviews

Susie Wiles, born Susan L. Summerall on May 14, 1957, is an American political consultant and lobbyist who has served as the 32nd White House chief of staff since January 2025. Wiles graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 1978, and during her time there, she began working for New York representative Jack Kemp. Her early career included roles in Ronald Reagan's 1980 presidential campaign in the White House Office of Scheduling and Advance, as well as working for Raymond J. Donovan, the secretary of labor. She also served as district director for Tillie Fowler's 1992 congressional campaign and held positions within the administrations of Jacksonville mayor John Delaney and Mayor John Peyton. Wiles managed Rick Scott's campaign during the 2010 Florida gubernatorial election and later served as campaign manager for Jon Huntsman Jr. during his presidential bid. She was hired as a Florida campaign chairwoman for Donald Trump's 2016 campaign and became his Florida campaign manager later that year. Following Trump's electoral victory, Wiles moved to Washington, D.C., to lead Ballard Partners with Brian Ballard. She also managed Ron DeSantis's 2018 Florida gubernatorial campaign. In 2021, Wiles took on a leading role in Donald Trump's fundraising efforts, including Save America, and became prominent in his political activities between his presidencies. After Trump announced his 2024 presidential campaign, Wiles was named as his campaign manager alongside Chris LaCivita. Following Trump's victory in 2024, he announced Wiles would serve as his White House chief of staff, making her the first woman to hold this position. In 2026, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and has stated she is undergoing treatment.