Susie Wiles was informed about JD Vance's social media post that attributed the Republican Party's midterm losses to the Iran war before her dismissal as Trump's chief of staff. Vance's post has been interpreted as an attempt to separate himself from Trump regarding the unpopular war. Trump acknowledged the war's role in the election results while defending his actions. After Wiles was fired, Vance thanked her for her service.
Key facts
- Susie Wiles was dismissed as Trump's chief of staff on November 7, 2026.
- JD Vance's social media post blamed the Iran war for Republican losses.
- Trump acknowledged the war's impact on election results but defended it.
- Vance expressed gratitude for Wiles' service after her dismissal.
- Michael Ricci commented on Vance's post as a strategic move for 2028.
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