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Trump said to expect firings. Hours later, he announced Susie Wiles' departure.
Trump foreshadowed firings hours before announcing Susie Wiles' departure.
Context
What happened: President Trump told 60 Minutes' Ross Douthat he plans "maybe a few changes" to his Cabinet after Democrats' sweeping midterm wins. Hours later, he announced Susie Wiles' departure.
Why it matters: The interview and the Wiles announcement came the same day, linking the hinted Cabinet changes to an actual departure.
Key numbers: The interview airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
What changed
President Trump told 60 Minutes' Ross Douthat he plans "maybe a few changes" to his Cabinet after Democrats' sweeping midterm wins. Hours later, he announced Susie Wiles' departure.
Why it matters
The interview and the Wiles announcement came the same day, linking the hinted Cabinet changes to an actual departure.
Key numbers: The interview airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.