Scoop: Miller ally May Mailman making temporary return to White House

Alex Isenstadt

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May Mailman, a close ally of new White House chief of staff Stephen Miller, is temporarily returning to the administration to help oversee West Wing operations and staffing, Axios has learned.

Why it matters: Mailman's return is the latest sign of Miller's efforts to put his stamp on the White House as he takes over from Susie Wiles.

Driving the news: Mailman will assist Miller with White House operational processes and identifying additional staffing needs, according to a source familiar with the move.

Mailman served as deputy assistant to the president and senior policy strategist from January to August 2025.

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Scoop: Miller ally May Mailman making temporary return to White House

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