Trump Praises Miller as 'MVP' While Signaling Openness to Democratic Deals

President Donald Trump said Friday he could work with Democrats on issues including immigration and taxes after their midterm victories, while praising incoming Chief of Staff Stephen Miller as an "MVP." The comments came hours after Miller's appointment following Republicans' election losses. Miller, an architect of Trump's hard-line immigration policies, has shown little inclination to work with Democrats, complicating Trump's stated openness. Democratic leaders immediately attacked the promotion, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer vowing to "fight him every step of the way" and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries calling Miller a "reckless extremist." Trump also blamed Senate legislative gridlock and higher oil prices for the Republican defeat, and claimed Democratic wins triggered a stock market drop, though the sell-off was led by tech shares. He said he remains "very much open" to bipartisan cooperation despite Miller's elevation.