Stephen Miller, Trump’s deputy chief of staff for policy and key architect of the administration’s immigration enforcement strategy, faces questions about continuing aggressive deportation campaigns as public and Republican support declines.
Miller previously directed federal agents to “push the limits” on deportation tactics, but has since backpedaled amid polarizing images of forcible immigrant detentions. The New York Times reports the administration has toned down its immigration strategy, withdrawing ICE agents from major cities and firing Kristi Noem from the DHS’s leadership position.
Miller temporarily reduced his public appearances. However, sources indicate Miller retains President Donald Trump’s confidence despite the strategic shift.
The controversial tactics boosted immigrant arrests but reignited national debate over American identity and values, prompting the administration’s recalibration.
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