Stephen Miller's promotion as chief of staff called 'tone-deaf' by CNN analyst

CNN data analyst Harry Enten called Stephen Miller's promotion to White House chief of staff "tone-deaf" following Republicans' midterm losses, citing polling that shows widespread opposition to Trump's immigration policies. Enten pointed to sharp shifts toward Democrats in heavily Hispanic communities, including a 72-point swing in Starr County, Texas, and CNN polls showing 68 percent of Latino voters believe immigration actions have gone too far. He questioned the timing of the appointment after such electoral setbacks. Critics including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon condemned the choice, with Bacon saying Miller's policies cost Republicans seats. The White House defended Miller as a key player in delivering Trump's America First agenda.