Breaking news out of the White House on Monday, March 16, 2026. Susie Wiles, the White House Chief of Staff and one of President Donald Trump's most trusted advisers, has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. She will continue serving in her role while undergoing treatment, and her prognosis has been described as excellent by both the president and her own medical team.

Susie Wiles Breast Cancer Diagnosis: What She Said in Her Own Statement

Wiles confirmed the diagnosis in a personal statement Monday. "This past week, I was diagnosed with breast cancer," she said. "Nearly one in eight women in the United States will face this diagnosis. Every day, these women continue to raise their families, go to work, and serve their communities with strength and determination. I now join their ranks."

Wiles added that she was grateful for her medical team's early detection of the cancer and expressed confidence in her care. "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," she said.

Trump Announces Susie Wiles Cancer News on Truth Social

President Trump revealed the diagnosis in a Truth Social post Monday, saying Wiles had decided to take on the challenge immediately rather than waiting. "She has a fantastic medical team, and her prognosis is excellent!" Trump wrote. "During the treatment period, she will be spending virtually full time at the White House, which makes me, as President, very happy!"

Trump praised Wiles directly in the post, saying, "Her Strength and her Commitment to continue doing the job she loves, and does so well, while undergoing treatment, tells you everything you need to know about her."

Susie Wiles Age and Role: Who Is the White House Chief of Staff

Susie Wiles is 68 years old. She serves as White House Chief of Staff, making her one of the most powerful figures in the Trump administration. She was the architect of Trump's successful 2024 presidential campaign and has wielded significant influence throughout his second term.

While often seen alongside Trump at public events, Wiles rarely speaks on camera or grants on-the-record interviews. She appeared beside Trump at the White House on Monday afternoon during a meeting of the board of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts — just hours after the diagnosis was made public.

Susie Wiles Prognosis: Early Detection and What It Means

Early-stage breast cancer detected before it has spread carries a five-year survival rate of approximately 90%. Wiles described herself as encouraged by her prognosis, and Trump echoed that sentiment calling her outlook beyond excellent.

Wiles plans to continue working while receiving treatment. The White House has not yet confirmed what specific type of treatment she will be receiving or the precise stage of her diagnosis beyond describing it as early-stage.

Bipartisan Support Pours In for Susie Wiles After Cancer News

Vice President JD Vance posted on X that his family "is praying for our dear friend as she takes on her next fight." White House deputy chief of staff James Blair said Wiles "will win this battle with grace." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called Wiles "one of the nicest people I've ever met" and said she "epitomizes what it means to be a strong leader." House Speaker Mike Johnson said his family "joins with everyone else in praying for our dear friend Susie to make a quick and complete recovery."

Democratic Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman also posted his support, writing that his "deep sympathies are with her as she navigates kicking breast cancer's ass," adding that he was keeping Wiles and her family in his thoughts.

Susie Wiles Stays as White House Chief of Staff: No Transition Expected

Wiles was unequivocal in her statement that she intends to remain in her post throughout her treatment. "I am also deeply thankful for the support and encouragement of President Trump as I undergo treatment and continue serving in my role as White House Chief of Staff," she said.

There is no indication from the White House of any transition of duties or change in her responsibilities during the treatment period. Her continued full-time presence at the White House was confirmed by the president himself as of Monday afternoon ET.