(VAULT: SUSIE WILES | Date: (BR-37) November 9, 2024 | CONTAINS: POLITICS, Q&A) *BR= Iterations Before Ronin You said: Does Susie Wiles have any experience with the Heritage Foundation? ChatGPT said: Searched 3 sites Susie Wiles, a prominent advisor in Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, has recently distanced the campaign from Project 2025, a conservative policy initiative by the Heritage Foundation that aims to prepare for a potential GOP-led government overhaul. Wiles, alongside co-campaign manager Chris LaCivita, stated that Project 2025 does not represent Trump or his campaign, even though several former Trump aides contributed to it. The campaign has explicitly signaled that any claims of influence over Trump by Project 2025 would not be tolerated, stressing that Trump’s agenda is independent of the project​ POLITICO ​ STRIPES ​ DW . You said: I mean any experience throughout her lobbying and consulting career ChatGPT said: Searched 2 sites Susie Wiles, a veteran political strategist, has not directly worked with the Heritage Foundation throughout her career. Her recent involvement, however, intersected with the organization due to its Project 2025, a Heritage-led initiative intended to prepare policy blueprints and recruit conservative talent for a future Republican administration. Wiles, a key adviser to former President Trump, along with Chris LaCivita, criticized Project 2025 publicly, signaling discomfort with some of its goals and methods. This criticism reportedly led to tensions between Trump’s circle and the Heritage Foundation, resulting in changes within Project 2025’s leadership and approach​ POLITICO ​ POLITICO . You said: Who has Susie Wiles worked for/with in the past? Meaning times like with Pfizer during the COVID Pandemic ChatGPT said: Searched 1 site Throughout her career, Susie Wiles has worked with high-profile political figures and private clients in various industries. Her clients have included companies such as Pfizer, where she provided consulting services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wiles has also had extensive experience in political strategy and management, working on campaigns for Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, and Rick Scott. Additionally, she held a prominent role at the lobbying firm Ballard Partners, where she led key initiatives before stepping away due to health reasons​ EN.WIKIPEDIA . You said: Who are some people Susie Wiles worked with during her time with Ballard Partners ChatGPT said: Searched 5 sites During her time with Ballard Partners, Susie Wiles worked with numerous influential figures and clients, leveraging her extensive experience in Republican campaigns. Wiles collaborated closely with prominent Republicans and political consultants like Brian Ballard, the firm’s founder and a high-profile Trump fundraiser, which strengthened her connections within GOP circles. Ballard Partners, known for representing significant corporate and governmental clients, including the government of Turkey and various healthcare companies, was integral in boosting Wiles' reputation in both political and corporate consulting. In addition to her work with Ballard and other partners, Wiles also engaged in high-stakes political advising. She was brought into the Florida campaigns for Trump in 2016, and later for Ron DeSantis in 2018. However, political tensions eventually led to a falling out with DeSantis in 2019, due to suspicions over a leaked memo which reportedly impacted her work with Trump at the time. Despite these challenges, her strategic role in these campaigns underscored her influence and connections across state and national GOP campaigns, contributing to her subsequent roles as a leading advisor to Trump​ EN.WIKIPEDIA ​ POLITICO ​ YAHOO . You said: Other than campigns ChatGPT said: Searched 4 sites Susie Wiles, throughout her lobbying and consulting career, worked with a mix of corporate and political clients. While she’s best known for her political campaign roles with figures like Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, and Rick Scott, she has also been involved in broader government relations and corporate lobbying. During her time with Ballard Partners, one of Florida's major lobbying firms, she represented a variety of clients, including Pfizer, particularly around the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ballard Partners is known for its diverse roster of corporate clients, spanning industries such as healthcare, energy, and technology, where Wiles worked on strategic initiatives and government relations​ FLORIDAPOLITICS she joined Mercury Public Affairs as co-chair for their Florida and Washington, D.C. offices. Mercury, a bipartisan firm, offers public strategy services to multinational and local corporations alike, and Wiles’ role included advising corporate clients beyond the political sphere【38†source​ MERCURYLLC ​ EN.WIKIPEDIA has consistently bridged high-level campaign management with corporate advisory roles, often in a bipartisan context. You said: Can you give specific examples of her clientele ChatGPT said: Searched 4 sites While working with Ballard Partners, Susie Wiles served an extensive roster of clients, with some high-profile examples from both the private and public sectors. Notably, she helped represent the tobacco company Reynolds American, which sought guidance in navigating the Trump administration’s policies. Additionally, Wiles and her colleagues worked with companies like Dish Network and MGM Resorts, with each client often leading to referrals for more high-profile business connections. This strategy allowed Ballard Partners to become a significant lobbying force, especially during Trump’s presidency, where their connection to the administration was particularly valued​ FLORIDAPOLITICS ​ POLITICO . Beyond private companies, Ballard Partners and Wiles also took on clients from various industries looking to influence U.S. policy or secure federal support. This clientele included industries with regulatory interests, such as the healthcare sector, media, and hospitality. These relationships allowed the firm to grow its influence considerably in Washington, D.C., during a politically advantageous time​