Susie Wiles Celebrated for Transformative Impact on Florida and National Politics

At the Red Florida Dinner in Orlando, prominent Republican strategist Susie Wiles was celebrated for her influential role in shaping Florida politics and her successes at the national level. Wiles emphasized that her greatest achievement isn't just candidate victories, but the widespread adoption of grassroots and voter registration strategies that have transformed political campaigning over the past two decades. Attendees highlighted her key contributions, including managing President Donald Trump's successful campaigns in 2016, 2020, and 2024—described by Wiles as the "greatest political comeback in history." Her political journey began with her work for Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry and her early support for Rick Scott's gubernatorial campaigns in 2010 and 2014, where her resilience and fighting spirit earned admiration from colleagues like Tony Fabrizio. Wiles also played a pivotal role in the 2018 Florida gubernatorial race, supporting Ron DeSantis' narrow victory, which was considered a remarkable achievement given the polls leading up to Election Day. Her influence extends to her leadership in the Florida Republican Party and her mentorship of key political figures, inclu...