Trump's primary aide's mobile device is under cyberexploitation by hackers.
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U.S. President Donald Trump's Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, is reportedly the victim of a hacking incident, with federal authorities investigating the case. The hackers are said to have gained access to Wiles' personal cellphone, impersonated her via artificial intelligence, and contacted other top officials.
According to The Wall Street Journal, the attackers used AI to mimic Wiles' voice and send text messages that originated from an unfamiliar number. Federal authorities, led by the FBI, are examining the incident, and the White House has stated that it takes cybersecurity seriously, with the matter still under investigation.
Wiles reportedly informed her staff that her phone contacts had been hacked, emphasizing that it was her personal device. Other U.S. media outlets have also reported on the case, citing their sources.
Despite the reports, Trump appeared unfazed by the situation. When asked about it by a journalist, Trump stated that he was not concerned and that Wiles was capable of handling the situation. However, he did acknowledge that someone had attempted to impersonate his Chief of Staff. Trump stressed that no one could impersonate Wiles, adding that "there's only one Susie."
Wiles, who goes by "the Ice Lady," has been in politics for over 40 years. She has worked for Presidents and members of Congress in Washington D.C., governors, and mayors in Florida. She was part of Ronald Reagan's 1980 campaign, worked in his presidency from 1981 to 1989, and for the campaign of the later President George H.W. Bush. In 2020, Wiles took over Trump's campaign and has been by his side since then. She is described by those in her professional circle as a walking information database with a vast network of contacts.
In 2024, Iranian hackers reportedly attempted to compromise Wiles' personal email account, with the potential of acquiring sensitive information about then-running mate JD Vance. This incident adds to recent cybersecurity challenges for the Trump administration, including accidental leaks of sensitive information and previous compromises of government-archived message platforms.
- The Commission, being actively engaged in various aspects of the European Union, may also find it essential to address the recent hacking incident involving US President Donald Trump's Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, as cybersecurity issues can significantly impact the political landscape, falling under the general-news and crime-and-justice categories.
- As the investigations into the hacking incident involving Susie Wiles continue, politicians and policymakers might find it prudent to reevaluate the current measures in place to protect personal communication channels, potentially leading to stricter regulations and guidelines for the use of technology in politics, thus influencing the trajectory of the political sphere itself.
