President Donald Trump dismissed recent speculation about the potential dismissal of White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, affirming on Friday that there is “zero chance” she will be fired and stating that she is “going to be here for a long time.” The remarks aimed to quell two days of rumors about Wiles' standing within the administration.

Wiles, who was declared cancer-free last month following medical treatment, has been frequently praised by Trump as a crucial figure behind his political comeback and is often described by the president as the world’s most powerful woman. Despite this, questions about her job security became a focus of discussion in Washington over the past several days.

The speculation intensified after a prominent political newsletter reported Thursday that Trump had been consulting with allies about possible replacements for Wiles. This report sparked a wave of rumors and internal maneuvering, suggesting that the chief of staff’s position might be under threat.

Responding to the report on Friday, Trump dismissed it as “fake news” and expressed satisfaction with Wiles’ performance, stating, “I could not be more happy with Susie.” Wiles is widely credited with bringing a degree of stability and order to the West Wing following the turbulent, personnel-challenged first term of Trump’s presidency.

However, some signs indicated potential shifts within the administration’s inner circle. Last Friday, Trump made an immediate offer to Katie Zacharia to become press secretary. According to sources, Wiles was aware of the president’s interest in Zacharia but was not involved in the interview process nor actively supporting her appointment. Zacharia’s tenure lasted fewer than five days, and she was out of the role by Friday.

The episode, along with ongoing speculation, has fueled debate about the balance of influence within the White House, though Trump’s statement on Friday underlined his confidence in Wiles’ continued leadership role.