Blitz Bureau
WASHINGTON: Susie Wiles, 67, a campaign manager who helped the Republican win election, will be the White House Chief of Staff. She will be the first woman to do so. The announcement was made by President-elect Donald Trump on November 7.
As gatekeeper to the President, the Chief of Staff wields great influence. The person manages White House staff, organises the President’s time and schedule, and maintains contact with other Government departments and lawmakers, reports Reuters.
“Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected,” Trump said in a statement and added, Wiles and fellow campaign manager Chris LaCivita are credited with running a more disciplined operation for Trump’s third presidential bid compared with his past campaigns.
