Donald Trump’s White House Faces Behind-the-Scenes Power Struggle

Trump's team is in chaos as midterms enter final stretch

A White House that has enjoyed relative stability over the past two years has returned to a state of disarray that characterized much of Trump's early political career.

‘I Think It’s Absurd’: Officials Push Back on Reports That Trump Could Oust Chief of Staff Susie Wiles After the Midterms

A Washington Post investigation says senior officials are positioning to succeed White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles as Republicans brace for midterm losses, while Semafor reports that people close to Trump dismiss talk of her ouster. Trump is also said to be frustrated with some of his political advisers.

Donald Trump’s White House Faces Behind-the-Scenes Power Struggle

Donald Trump’s inner circle faced growing tensions as aides reportedly competed for power ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Uncertainty surrounding Chief of Staff Susie Wiles’ future has fueled speculation about who could take her place. Several senior officials reportedly positioned themselves for the influential role as Republicans braced for potential electoral losses. Meanwhile, Trump’s […]

White House report card: It's starting to look like a return to first-term chaos

Welcome to Friday’s edition of Washington Secrets. We bring you our usual rundown of the president’s week, with help from our two political strategists. A press secretary facing scrutiny for her qualifications. The knives are out for Donald Trump’s chief of staff. And a key ambassador is fired after a string of damaging headlines connected […]

WaPo: White House Beset By “Internal Power Struggle”

The Washington Post reports: White House aides, who have kept clashes muted during President Donald Trump’s second term, have begun jostling more openly for power as they brace for widespread midterm election losses and internal upheaval, according to interviews with 20 staffers, advisers and people close to the president.  The interviews paint a picture of infighting that has started to resemble the pitched battles of Trump’s first term. Believ…