Stephen Miller's New Role as White House Chief of Staff Tests His Loyalty to Trump
Stephen Miller, a longtime adviser known for his effusive praise of President Donald Trump, has been appointed White House chief of staff, succeeding Susie Wiles after this week's midterm elections. Trump announced the decision on Truth Social, calling Miller one of his most "trusted advisors." Miller, who has served as a lead architect of the administration's immigration enforcement policies, has a history of publicly lauding Trump, including calling him a "style icon" and claiming he "single-handedly saved America." In a 2024 Fox News segment, Miller praised Trump's fashion sense, and last month he delivered a monologue in the Oval Office thanking Trump for his leadership on immigration. Miller now faces challenges including managing fallout from the ongoing war in Iran, Democratic oversight, and navigating Trump's unpredictable behavior. Trump has previously purged top officials, and Miller's new role comes amid broader staff changes following the election results.