Richard Walters exits as deputy White House chief of staff ahead of Stephen Miller takeover
Walters leaves the administration
Richard Walters, a deputy White House chief of staff, is leaving the Trump administration. His departure follows President Donald Trump’s decision to replace Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller.
Walters was a longtime ally of Wiles, who is leaving her role as chief of staff. Miller confirmed Walters’ departure in a statement to Fox News.
Miller praises Walters’ work
Miller called Walters an “invaluable member” of the White House. He said Walters had helped deliver some of the administration’s biggest victories. Miller also said Walters would continue to assist the administration from outside the White House. He described the administration as continuing its work for President Trump.
A leadership change Monday
Miller is set to replace Wiles as chief of staff on Monday. The transition follows Trump’s decision to make the change. In his statement, Miller referred to the administration’s effort to deliver for Trump and his “fight to Save America.” The statement did not provide further details about Walters’ outside role.
Key points
- Richard Walters is leaving the Trump administration after serving as a deputy chief of staff.
- Walters was a longtime ally of outgoing Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.
- Stephen Miller confirmed Walters’ departure and said he would help from outside the White House.
- Miller is set to replace Wiles as chief of staff on Monday.