Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles declared cancer-free

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announced she is cancer-free six months after her breast cancer diagnosis.

Sep 16, 2026

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Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles declared cancer-free

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announced she is cancer-free six months after her breast cancer diagnosis.

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White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announced she is cancer-free six months after her breast cancer diagnosis. Wiles detected her breast cancer early and completed treatment while continuing her role as White House chief of staff. Originally reported by Newsweek.

Wiles announces she's cancer-free

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles attends an event with President Donald Trump (not pictured) at Verst Logistics on March 11, 2026.

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles shared on Wednesday that pathology results from Mayo Clinic came back clear, exactly six months after her breast cancer diagnosis.

“After a medical appointment at the Mayo Clinic this week, my pathology results came back clear. I am cancer free.”

Diagnosed in March, caught early

Trump announced Wiles' breast cancer diagnosis on March 16. She said the cancer was detected early and she had a good prognosis.

“I am grateful to have an outstanding team of doctors who detected the cancer early and are guiding my care.”

Continued working during treatment

Wiles decided to remain in her role as White House chief of staff while undergoing cancer treatment, rather than stepping back.

“I am also deeply thankful for the support and encouragement of President Trump as I undergo treatment and continue serving in my role.”

First woman chief of staff

Susie Wiles: The ‘Remarkable’ Constant in Trump’s White House

Wiles became the first woman to serve as White House chief of staff after Trump won the 2024 election.

Long career in Trump orbit

Wiles served as senior campaign adviser in Trump's 2024 run and was Florida campaign chair in 2016. She played a key role in his second-term victory.

Trump praised her strength

Trump called Wiles an incredible chief of staff and one of the strongest people he knows when announcing her diagnosis.

“Susie Wiles is an incredible Chief of Staff, a great person, and one of the strongest people I know.”

The main idea

Wiles detected her breast cancer early and completed treatment while continuing her role as White House chief of staff.

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