Stephen Miller

Stephen N. Miller, born on August 23, 1985, is a prominent American political advisor known for his influential role in shaping the policies of the Trump administration. Currently serving as the White House deputy chief of staff for policy and homeland security advisor since 2025, Miller has been a key figure in the far-right political landscape, particularly within the Trumpism movement.

Raised in Santa Monica, California, Miller pursued higher education at Duke University, where he made his mark as a columnist for The Chronicle and led the Duke chapter of Students for Academic Freedom. After graduating in two thousand seven, he began his political career as press secretary for U.S. representatives Michele Bachmann and John Shadegg, before joining Alabama senator Jeff Sessions' staff in two thousand nine. His work there focused on immigration policy, notably contributing to the defeat of the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013.

Miller's influence extended to the media as he played a significant role in shaping the direction of Breitbart News while advising both of Trump's presidential campaigns. Following Trump's loss in the two thousand twenty election, he founded America First Legal, a conservative legal advocacy organization, in two thousand twenty-one. His tenure in the Trump administration was marked by controversial policies, including the family separation policy and Executive Order 13769, which limited travel from several Muslim-majority countries.

As director of speechwriting, Miller was instrumental in crafting key speeches, including Trump's inaugural address and State of the Union addresses. His political stance has drawn criticism, leading to his inclusion on the Southern Poverty Law Center's list of extremists, highlighting the contentious nature of his contributions to American politics.