Trump's elevation of Stephen Miller a middle finger to millions of voters
Architect of Trump's far-right immigration agenda is now most powerful unelected figure in government – it suggests White House is moving to a war footing
TL;DR
- Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, a promotion seen as a defiant act after the party's midterm election losses.
- Miller is identified as the architect of Trump's restrictive immigration agenda and a proponent of expanding presidential authority.
- The appointment suggests an increased reliance on unilateral executive actions by the Trump administration.
- Democrats, now in control of the House, are expected to challenge Trump's agenda through investigations and oversight.
- Miller's new role is seen by some as an indication that the White House is preparing for a conflict with Congress and will use executive orders to advance its agenda.