Trump's White House chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer
Wiles will continue to work "virtually full time at the White House" while undergoing treatment, the US president said.
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"Nearly one in eight women in the United States will face this diagnosis."
— Susie Wiles , Executive
"Susie, as one of my closest and most important advisors, is tough and deeply committed to serving the American People."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"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."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Nearly one in eight women in the United States will face this diagnosis."
— Susie Wiles , Executive
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Wiles will continue to work "virtually full time at the White House" while undergoing treatment, the US president said.
Susie Wiles, President Donald Trump's White House Chief of Staff, has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer at the age of 68. Trump announced the news via Truth Social, praising Wiles' strength and commitment to her role even while undergoing treatment. Wiles stated that the cancer was detected early and that she will begin several weeks of treatment in the Washington area. A key figure in Trump's political sphere, Wiles has long been recognized for her strategic discipline and central influence in his administration, particularly in the lead-up to the 2024 campaign. Her diagnosis comes amid heightened scrutiny of the White House's handling of major issues including foreign policy and economic concerns. Trump briefly referenced Wiles' condition during a Kennedy Center Board meeting, calling her a fighter and underscoring the importance of early treatment.
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