White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Reveals Early Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Wiles plans to continue serving in her role while undergoing treatment.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:00pm

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White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, but plans to remain in her role while undergoing treatment, President Trump announced. Wiles, 68, confirmed the diagnosis in a statement, explaining that the cancer was discovered early and that she has an excellent prognosis.

Why it matters

Wiles is a central figure in President Trump's administration, serving as the first woman to hold the position of White House Chief of Staff. Her diagnosis and decision to continue working through treatment highlights the challenges high-profile women in leadership roles can face when dealing with health issues.

The details

Wiles said she is grateful to have an outstanding medical team guiding her care, and that she is encouraged by a strong prognosis. President Trump praised Wiles as 'an amazing person, an amazing fighter,' describing the diagnosis as a 'minor difficulty' and saying she had already started treatment.

  • Wiles was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in March 2026.

The players

Susie Wiles

The White House Chief of Staff who has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.

President Trump

The President of the United States who announced Wiles' diagnosis and expressed his support for her.

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What they’re saying

“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. She has a fantastic medical team, and her prognosis is excellent!”

— President Trump (Truth Social)

“I am grateful to have an outstanding team of doctors who detected the cancer early and are guiding my care, and I am encouraged by a strong prognosis.”

— Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff (Statement)

What’s next

Wiles plans to continue serving as White House Chief of Staff while undergoing treatment for her early-stage breast cancer.

The takeaway

Wiles' diagnosis and decision to continue working through her treatment highlights the challenges high-profile women in leadership roles can face when dealing with health issues, and her strength and commitment to serving the American people is an inspiration.