President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller, a long-time advisor known for his hard-line stance on immigration, as the Deputy Chief of Policy in his new administration.
The big picture: Miller has been a key figure in Trump’s policy decisions, particularly in immigration matters, and was involved in initiatives such as separating immigrant families as a deterrence program in 2018.
- He has played a significant role in shaping Trump’s policies and crafting his hard-line speeches, being a prominent advocate for these policies during Trump’s first term in office and election campaigns.
- Following his time in the White House, Miller became the president of America First Legal, an organization challenging the Biden administration, media companies, and universities on issues of freedom of speech, religion, and national security.
Driving the news: Miller was actively involved in Trump’s 2024 campaign, traveling with Trump on his plane and speaking at rallies.
- Since the position is not a Cabinet role, Miller’s appointment does not require Senate confirmation.
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