Trump Eyes Deals With Democrats as He Hails Stephen Miller as 'MVP'
Summary
President Donald Trump said he believes he can work with Democrats on issues including immigration, tax cuts and economic development after Republicans’ midterm losses. He praised Stephen Miller, whom he named to replace Susie Wiles as chief of staff, despite Democrats’ criticism of Miller’s record on immigration.Key Facts
- Trump made the comments Friday after attending the UP.Summit near Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
- Trump said immigration, taxes and economic development could offer areas for cooperation with Democrats.
- Trump announced that Stephen Miller would replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff.
- Trump called Miller a “great fighter,” “very loyal” and “smart,” and said he had been an “MVP every year.”
- Miller has championed the administration’s mass-deportation campaign and efforts to end birthright citizenship, according to the article.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats would fight Miller’s appointment, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called him a “reckless extremist.”
- Trump blamed Republicans’ election losses in part on stalled legislation in the Senate and higher oil prices.
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