Trump Names Stephen Miller Chief of Staff, Signaling Confrontation With Democratic Congress
Source Summary
President Trump appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff. Miller is a controversial figure among Democrats, many of whom view him as xenophobic. The appointment is seen as a signal of confrontation between Trump and the incoming Democratic majority in Congress.
Why it matters
The appointment of a figure widely opposed by Democrats to the president's top staff position signals the likelihood of significant partisan conflict during the next two years of divided government.
