Former White House chief of staff Andy Card weighs in on Susie Wiles cancer diagnosis

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March 17, 2026
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White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.

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President Trump announced Monday that White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Andy Card, who served as White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, discussed the diagnosis with CBS News. Wiles' cancer diagnosis marks a significant health challenge for a key member of Trump's senior staff at a critical moment in his second term. Card's commentary provides perspective from someone who has held the same top White House position in a previous Republican administration. The announcement comes as Wiles manages one of the most demanding roles in government, directly overseeing the president's schedule and staff operations.

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