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Trump Calls Miller 'Weird' Amid Immigration Shift

6/17/2025

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Summary

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President Donald Trump has dubbed his deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, “Weird Stephen,” as revealed by biographer Michael Wolff. With Trump easing his hardline immigration stance, Miller’s influence may wane. Wolff warns that Trump’s unpredictable relationships could pose dangers when allies hold excessive power.

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Historical Context

In 2017, the Trump administration enacted a controversial Travel Ban affecting citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries, igniting over 1,000 legal challenges reported by the ACLU. This policy shift reflected a broader maximum pressure campaign against Iran and marked a significant departure from previous immigration practices, highlighting ongoing tensions over civil rights and the administration's approach to vulnerable populations.

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President Donald Trump has dubbed his deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller, “Weird Stephen,” as revealed by biographer Michael Wolff. With Trump easing his hardline immigration stance, Miller’s influence may wane. Wolff warns that Trump’s unpredictable relationships could pose dangers when allies hold excessive power.

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