Miller Names Successor As White House Deputy Chief Walters Exits
Stephen Miller will assume the top staff role on Monday, November 9, following Susie Wiles's departure and the recent midterm election losses for Republicans.
By Luana Sato ·
Richard Walters is leaving his post as White House deputy chief of staff. He departs as Stephen Miller steps into the top staff position. Miller will officially begin his tenure as chief of staff on Monday, November 9.
Miller issued a statement praising Walters's work during his time in the administration. He called Walters an invaluable member of the team. Miller said Walters helped deliver some of the administration's biggest victories. Walters will continue to assist from the outside as staff works to deliver for President Trump.
The leadership change follows a turbulent week for the White House. President Donald Trump announced last week that Susie Wiles was leaving the role. He named Miller as her successor on Truth Social. The move came after Democrats won control of the House and Senate in the recent elections. Republicans also lost ground in regions where they have historically performed well.
Wiles is moving to the Trump Political Operation. Trump thanked her for her service on the social media platform. He stated that she did an outstanding job and a great job overall. The transition marks the end of an era for the current staff structure.
Axios first reported on Walters's exit. Miller confirmed the news in a statement obtained by NewsNation. The new chief of staff emphasized the need to work with all strength to support the president's agenda. Walters's departure clears the path for Miller's full transition into the role.
The new chief of staff is set to hold his first day in the position on November 9. The White House staff will adjust to the new leadership dynamic immediately. Walters will transition out of the building while maintaining an advisory role from the outside.
