Trump replaces chief of staff after Democratic midterm gains

President Donald Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, a move coming three days after Republicans suffered catastrophic losses in the midterm elections. The change takes effect Monday. Miller, a longtime Trump aide and architect of the administration's hardline immigration agenda, has expanded his portfolio to include domestic policy. Trump signaled more Cabinet changes are coming, saying the departure was "not because of the election" but "just time." The appointment drew sharp criticism from Democrats and some Republicans, including outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis, who called it a "colossal mistake." Meanwhile, Democrats achieved historic victories in Texas midterms, fueled partly by voter backlash against data center projects.