Susie Wiles is an American political consultant and Republican strategist, currently serving as the White House Chief of Staff in President Donald Trump’s second administration since January 20, 2025. She is the first woman to hold this influential position in the White House. Born on May 14, 1957, in New Jersey, Wiles earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Maryland. She began her political career working for Congressman Jack Kemp and later participated in Ronald Reagan’s 1980 presidential campaign, serving as a scheduler in his administration. Wiles has a long history of involvement in Republican campaigns at local, state, and national levels. She played key roles in Donald Trump’s presidential campaigns in 2016, 2020, and 2024, including managing his Florida campaign in 2016 and co-managing the 2024 campaign. She is credited with rescuing Ron DeSantis’s 2018 gubernatorial campaign in Florida, though their relationship later deteriorated amid allegations of leaks and influence peddling, which Wiles denied. In addition to campaign work, Wiles has significant experience as a lobbyist. From 2011 to 2022, she worked at Ballard Partners, representing clients from industries including tobacco and mining, and then at Mercury Public Affairs until 2024. After the 2020 election, she served as CEO of Save America Leadership PAC, linked to Trump. President Trump appointed her as White House Chief of Staff shortly after his 2024 election victory, recognizing her as a trusted longtime advisor. Known for her strategic acumen and calm demeanor, Wiles has been referred to by Trump as the “Ice Maiden.” Her career spans over four decades of Republican political operations and government service, reflecting deep experience in campaign management, lobbying, and political consulting[1][2][4].