White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Thursday, May 1, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
In the interim, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been tasked with handling Waltz’s duties, though sources close to him say he’s already stretched thin managing the State Department.
Stephen Miller, a longtime adviser to President Trump and a key architect of the administration’s hardline immigration policies, is emerging as a top candidate for the role of National Security Adviser, according to insiders familiar with internal discussions.
Currently serving as both Deputy Chief of Staff and Homeland Security Adviser, Miller has played a pivotal role in shaping some of the Trump administration’s most consequential policies.
His deep loyalty to Trump and his aggressive stance on issues like border enforcement and expedited deportations have solidified his standing in the president’s inner circle.
Miller’s name emerged soon after President Trump dismissed Mike Waltz as National Security Adviser on Thursday and nominated him to serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.
In the interim, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been tasked with handling Waltz’s duties, though sources close to him say he’s already stretched thin managing the State Department.
At 39, Miller is one of the most influential figures in Trump’s world.
Raised in a liberal, Jewish household in Santa Monica, California, he defied his roots to become one of the most conservative voices in U.S. policy, particularly on immigration.
His fingerprints are on nearly every major border and homeland security initiative of the Trump era.
His potential elevation would further consolidate power among Trump’s most loyal lieutenants, signaling a continued reliance on familiar faces to execute the president’s agenda as his second term unfolds.
While the White House has not commented on the possible appointment, sources say that if Miller wants the job, it is effectively his.
As the administration continues its internal reshuffling, Miller’s growing influence is likely to expand further, potentially placing him at the helm of America’s national security strategy.
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