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Turmoil Erupts as Wiles Calls Vanity Fair Interview a 'Hit Piece'

12/19/2025

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On December 16, 2025, the White House faced turmoil after CNN coverage of Chief of Staff Susie Wiles's Vanity Fair interview.
Insiders mounted damage control as Wiles described the GOP and MAGA's state.
CNN's Dana Bash highlighted Wiles's strategic, loyal approach and its policy implications.
Wiles called Vanity Fair's article a "hit piece" that misrepresented her comments.
Analysts warned the coalition backing President Donald Trump is weakening and urged adaptation.

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Story summary

On December 16, 2025, the White House faced turmoil after CNN coverage of Chief of Staff Susie Wiles's Vanity Fair interview.
Insiders mounted damage control as Wiles described the GOP and MAGA's state.
CNN's Dana Bash highlighted Wiles's strategic, loyal approach and its policy implications.
Wiles called Vanity Fair's article a "hit piece" that misrepresented her comments.
Analysts warned the coalition backing President Donald Trump is weakening and urged adaptation.