Trump taps hardliner Stephen Miller as chief of staff after midterm loss

President Donald Trump named hardliner Stephen Miller as his chief of staff on Friday, replacing Susie Wiles after Republicans lost control of Congress in Tuesday's midterm elections. The appointment takes effect Monday. Miller, a long-time aide known for driving Trump's aggressive immigration crackdown and expansive presidential authority, will face a Democratic-led House and Senate and congressional investigations. Trump called Miller "one of my most trusted advisors" in a social media post. White House officials said the move signals Trump won't change course despite voter repudiation, potentially indicating a more confrontational approach. Miller has supported Trump's military strikes and Iran policies, while critics call him a "reckless extremist."