How Trump Has Changed In His 2nd Term

“He’s been tested, he’s been targeted — and he’s come out tougher.”
That’s how White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles describes President Donald J. Trump in a powerful new interview set to air Saturday night on Fox News. Speaking with Lara Trump, the president’s daughter-in-law, Wiles made it clear: America’s 47th president is no longer just a leader — he’s a battle-hardened statesman, and the country is better off because of it.

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“He’s been through so much — endless lawfare, an assassination attempt, and the burden of leading the free world,” Wiles said in the exclusive preview of My View with Lara Trump.
“Those life experiences didn’t break him. They made him stronger. I think he’s a better leader now than he’s ever been.”

Wiles, 67, is the first woman to ever serve as White House Chief of Staff. She’s also widely credited with helping engineer Trump’s victorious 2024 campaign, a political comeback the media said couldn’t happen.

“I don’t take credit for the man he’s become,” she humbly added. “But the country is clearly benefitting from his growth, his wisdom, and his unmatched leadership.”

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Wiles has worked in conservative politics for decades. Her deep roots in GOP leadership and government service made her a natural fit to help guide President Trump’s mission to restore American strength — economically, militarily, and morally.

“I’ve spent my entire life in politics and public service,” she said. “When President Trump asked me to help again, I knew it was time. America needed real leadership — and he was ready to give it.”

Fighting for the Future: “This Is About Our Kids and Grandkids”

The soft-spoken but fiercely determined Wiles described the Trump movement in simple but powerful terms.

“If you’re in Trump World, you’re competitive. You want to win. You want this country to thrive — not just for us, but for our children and grandchildren,” she said. “That’s why I do what I do. That’s why we fight.”

President Trump jokingly refers to her as “The Ice Maiden” — a tribute to her calm, composed approach in high-pressure situations. But behind the nickname is a woman laser-focused on delivering results.

Focused on Results: Keeping the Trains Running for America

Wiles described her current role in the White House as one of steady leadership and coordination.

“My job is making sure the trains stay on the tracks,” she said. “That way, President Trump and Vice President [name] can stay focused on doing what they do best: fixing this country.”

Under their leadership, America is witnessing a return to strength, stability, and pride — something many voters age 50+ have long hoped for after years of decline under previous administrations.