Trump Backs Chief of Staff After Controversial Remarks on Vance, Bondi and Musk
Former US President Donald Trump has thrown his full support behind his chief of staff Susie Wiles after her candid remarks about senior political figures, including Vice President J.D. Vance, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, triggered widespread political and media reaction.
The controversy erupted after a Vanity Fair profile published excerpts from interviews conducted over several months, in which Wiles offered unusually blunt assessments of key figures within Trump’s political circle. The comments quickly sparked speculation about internal divisions within Trump’s camp.
Reacting to the backlash, Trump dismissed calls for action against Wiles and said he retained “complete confidence” in her leadership. Speaking to US media, Trump described Wiles as “fantastic” and stressed that her role in managing his political and administrative operations remained unchanged.
Among the most debated remarks was Wiles’s description of Vice President J.D. Vance as a long-time “conspiracy theorist,” particularly in the context of discussions surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files. She was also critical of Attorney General Pam Bondi’s handling of the matter, suggesting the response lacked substance and strategic clarity. In comments about Elon Musk, Wiles reportedly questioned his approach to government-related initiatives, using unusually frank language.
Wiles later rejected the portrayal of her remarks, calling the Vanity Fair article a “disingenuously framed hit piece” and arguing that her comments were taken out of context. She maintained that she remains loyal to Trump and committed to advancing his agenda.
Despite the controversy, Vice President Vance played down the issue, saying he had no problem with Wiles’s remarks and continues to work closely with her. The White House also sought to project unity, with officials emphasizing that the comments had not disrupted internal functioning.
The episode has provided a rare glimpse into the private opinions and internal dynamics surrounding Trump’s leadership circle, highlighting the tension between public messaging and behind-the-scenes realities as Trump continues to shape his political future.
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