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Susie Wiles announces she's cancer-free
Trump's chief of staff shares the news six months after her breast cancer diagnosis.
In brief
Trump's chief of staff shares the news six months after her breast cancer diagnosis. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been declared cancer-free after six months of treatment while continuing to work virtually. Originally reported by BBC News.
Wiles declares cancer-free
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced her pathology tests came back clear after a Mayo Clinic visit this week.
Six months after diagnosis
The 69-year-old announced her breast cancer diagnosis in March. She continued working virtually during treatment.
“Every day, these women continue to raise their families, go to work and serve their communities with strength and determination.”
First woman in the role
Wiles is the first woman to serve as White House chief of staff, the most important role in the White House.
Gatekeeper to the president
She keeps Trump's agenda on track and serves as his gatekeeper, policy coordinator, and political advisor.
Vanity Fair controversy
In December, Wiles gave blunt interviews describing Trump as having an "alcoholic's personality" and calling Vance a "conspiracy theorist."
“there's nothing he can't do. Nothing, zero, nothing.”
Trump stood by her
Trump defended Wiles after the story. She said Vanity Fair omitted context to create a "chaotic and negative narrative."
What it means
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been declared cancer-free after six months of treatment while continuing to work virtually.
