Stephen Miller’s promotion draws criticism and media scrutiny

Politics · First reported 8 Nov, 19:41 · Updated 20:28

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Stephen Miller’s move to White House chief of staff prompted criticism from a Democratic senator-elect and extensive coverage of his record and influence. One commentary argues that coverage was unusually rapid and intense, while noting that Trump ultimately sets administration policy.

Stephen Miller was recently promoted to White House chief of staff, according to The Hill; Fox News says he is replacing Susie Wiles.
Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed criticized Miller in an ABC News interview, calling him the “most broken man.”
Fox News commentary describes the reaction to Miller’s appointment as exceptionally swift and intense, and argues that Trump—not a staffer—makes the final decisions on policy.

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Key facts

Appointment: Miller was recently promoted to White House chief of staff.
Predecessor: Fox News says Miller will replace Susie Wiles.
Critic: Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed criticized Miller in an ABC News interview.