President Donald Trump is expected to remove National Security Adviser Mike Waltz due to internal dissatisfaction within the administration. Although the final decision has not been announced, sources say it may happen soon. Special envoy Steve Witkoff is currently a top candidate to replace Waltz. The move signals ongoing adjustments in Trump’s second-term national security team.
Trump Plans Shake-Up in National Security Council Leadership
Waltz Likely to Be Removed as National Security Adviser
President Donald Trump is preparing to remove Mike Waltz from his position as National Security Adviser, according to multiple sources familiar with internal discussions at the White House. The move is reportedly the result of a loss of confidence among top officials in the administration. Although not finalized, the decision could take effect within days.
White House insiders revealed that deliberations about Waltz’s future have intensified over recent weeks, suggesting a shift in the president’s national security strategy as his administration enters a critical phase of international diplomacy and domestic policy.
Replacement Discussions Already Underway
Sources close to the administration report that names for Waltz’s replacement have been under discussion for several weeks. The current front-runner is Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy who has been overseeing delicate negotiations with Russia, Iran, and Hamas in Gaza.
If confirmed, Witkoff’s appointment would reflect a preference for individuals with strong loyalty to the president and experience in high-stakes diplomatic engagements.
White House Response: No Comment on Leaks
In response to inquiries about the reports, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt declined to confirm or deny the news. “We are not going to respond to reporting from anonymous sources,” she stated.
This comment reflects the administration’s broader stance on personnel speculation, especially in cases involving national security and high-level appointments.
Internal Confidence and West Wing Tensions
The reported dissatisfaction with Mike Waltz appears to stem from internal conflicts and a perceived lack of alignment with President Trump’s evolving foreign policy goals. Although specific complaints were not publicly detailed, the momentum toward his removal has reportedly grown stronger in recent days.
Waltz’s departure would mark a significant reshuffle in Trump’s national security team, which has already seen multiple changes in the early months of his second term.
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