Wiles, White House Chief of Staff, Diagnosed with Early-Stage Breast Cancer... Trump Says "She Will Work During Treatment"

Suzi Wiles, the first female White House Chief of Staff in U.S. history, has been diagnosed with cancer but has decided to continue leading the West Wing.

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On March 16 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, "She has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer," and added, "During her treatment, she plans to spend virtually all of her time at the White House, continuing her work." He continued, "Her strength and dedication in choosing to continue the work she loves and excels at, even while undergoing treatment, truly show the kind of person she is."

Wiles is the first female White House Chief of Staff in American history and holds a position often described as the second most powerful in Washington. She first became associated with President Trump in 2015, when she served as co-chair of his presidential campaign in her home state of Florida. She is credited with having overseen the 2024 presidential campaign, effectively managing and controlling a significant amount of internal conflict and turmoil.

In a statement, Wiles expressed her deep gratitude for the support and encouragement from President Trump during her treatment. She said, "Nearly one in eight American women will receive this diagnosis," and added, "Every day, these women care for their families, work, and serve their communities with strength and determination, and I have now joined their ranks." She continued, "I am grateful to have an excellent medical team leading my early-detected treatment and am greatly encouraged by the positive prognosis."

On the same day, Wiles also attended a Kennedy Center-related event at the White House with President Trump.

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