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Deputy White House Chief of Staff Richard Walters exits job ahead of Stephen Miller takeover
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Richard Walters is leaving his White House deputy chief of staff role ahead of Stephen Miller’s takeover as chief of staff on Monday. Miller said Walters would continue to help the administration from outside the White House, making the departure the first major staff change as Miller prepares his leadership team.
Walters was appointed in May 2026 and previously led the inaugural committee for Donald Trump and JD Vance. His exit comes amid a wider administration reshuffle after Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress in the midterms. Miller’s wife, Katie, has also decided to stop recording her podcast, saying the time commitment conflicts with family priorities; two recorded episodes will still be released.
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In short
- Richard Walters is leaving the White House before Stephen Miller takes over.
- Miller said Walters will continue helping from outside the administration.
- Katie Miller is ending her podcast as family priorities shift.
How this story developed
- 31 seconds ago Deputy White House Chief of Staff Richard Walters is leaving the Trump administration as Stephen Miller prepares to replace Susie Wiles as chief of staff. The departure is part of a wider reshaping of the White House team following the midterm election results.
- 5 minutes ago Richard Walters is leaving his White House deputy chief of staff role ahead of Stephen Miller’s takeover as chief of staff on Monday.
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The White House chief of staff manages the president’s staff and helps co-ordinate the administration’s work. The deputy chief of staff supports that role and helps oversee day-to-day operations.
Stephen Miller is a senior adviser to Donald Trump, known for his work on immigration and policy. Susie Wiles has served as chief of staff, while Richard Walters has held the deputy role; changes to these jobs can affect how the White House organises its work and carries out its priorities.
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