Miller Vows Absolute Loyalty to Trump in First Speech
Stephen Miller pledged his absolute loyalty to President Trump Friday in his first speech as incoming chief of staff. He said Trump made the Republican Party stronger and more popular than ever.
44 House seats and seven Senate seats lost by the GOP, as of Saturday.
Miller replaces Susie Wiles, who moves to the Trump Political Operation.
Miller, 41, has worked for Trump since the 2016 campaign.
Three weeks earlier, Trump said there was zero chance he'd replace Wiles.
Why it matters: Miller takes charge as Democrats prepare to investigate Trump's administration and allies. Rep. Robert Garcia said Miller should lawyer up.
Miller allies say he suits a White House relying on executive orders.
Critics cited by Axios say his immigration agenda alienated independents in the midterms.
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Where they split: Supporters say Miller is the right fighter for a hostile Congress, while Democrats say his appointment defies voters who rejected his immigration policies.
Center coverage, 4 sources: The center sees a break from past chiefs of staff, with Trump choosing confrontation over compromise with a Democratic Congress.
Right coverage, 7 sources: The right highlights Miller's loyalty pledge and cabinet praise, while Newsweek notes his popularity claim followed heavy GOP losses.
