Trump Begins White House Shake-Up After Midterm Losses, Hints At More Cabinet Changes

Hours later, he announced that Stephen Miller would replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, while also suggesting that Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth had his confidence.

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US President Donald Trump has hinted at further changes within his administration following the Republican Party's losses in both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, saying he may make "a few changes" to his team. The remarks came during an interview with CBS News' 60 Minutes, in which correspondent Ross Douthat asked Trump whether he expected to fire anyone following the electoral setback. The president indicated that more departures could be on the cards.

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"I do, yeah. Little bit," Trump said when asked about potential firings. While expressing support for his Cabinet, he acknowledged that changes could still be made. "I love my Cabinet. I think they're good," he said. "But I'll … be doing maybe a few changes."

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Hours after the interview, Trump announced that Stephen Miller would replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, signalling the first major change following the Republican midterm losses.

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Speaking to reporters on Friday after announcing Wiles' departure, Trump said he had "wanted to make a change", adding: "Sometimes in life, you…

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