Trump names Stephen Miller as new chief of staff

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 9 Nov, 13:01 · Archive

Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller, a hardline immigration advocate, as his new chief of staff.

Donald Trump has announced that Stephen Miller will become his new chief of staff. Miller is a longtime Trump loyalist who has been central to the administration's immigration agenda.

The appointment prompted swift criticism from Democrats. Representative Robert Garcia called Miller 'the architect of the unconstitutional ICE raids that have terrorized our communities'. Incoming Speaker Hakeem Jeffries described him as 'a dangerous xenophobe'. Garcia added that Miller 'should lawyer up', signalling anticipated scrutiny.

Media commentary focused on Miller's hardline approach. An MSNBC anchor characterised his immigration stance as 'absolutist: do whatever is necessary, as much as we can possibly do, be as cruel as possible as a warning sign'. The New York Times described Miller as 'a deeply ideological Trump loyalist' and 'the architect of some of the most polarizing domestic policies in Mr. Trump's second term'. The appointment comes as Republicans prepare to govern with reduced congressional control in the coming weeks.

How it is being reported

• Trump's deportation policy remains in focus as Stephen Miller becomes chief of staffPresident Trump told 60 Minutes correspondent Ross Douthat that his administration's immigration policies "may have been too tough." But Democrats aren't expecting a slowdown in deportations after Mr. Trump's promotion of Stephen Miller to chief of staff. Ed O'Keefe reports.CBS News · 9 Nov, 13:28
• Congress is back after GOP's midterm defeat. And, Trump appoints new chief of staffRepublicans have just weeks left of control of Congress. Here's what to expect. And, Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, signaling his readiness to confront his opposition.NPR · 9 Nov, 12:45
• The stoning of Stephen Miller, now running the Trump White HouseTrump's decision to name Stephen Miller his new chief of staff sparked an unprecedented media firestorm, as critics quickly targeted his hardline immigration record and influence over the president's agenda.Fox News · 9 Nov, 08:00

In this story: Stephen Miller · Donald Trump · Robert Garcia · Hakeem Jeffries

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