Stephen Miller has solidified himself as one of the most influential figures in Trump World, and is increasingly being seen in front of the camera in addition to his work behind the scenes.

Miller, who was instrumental in the first Trump administration as a speechwriter and policy adviser on immigration, has elevated his profile during the first 60 days of President Trump’s second term.

He is at the forefront of efforts to limit immigration pathways and deport individuals who entered the country illegally. He is arguably the face of the administration’s clash with a federal judge over deportation flights carrying alleged Venezuelan gang members. And he is a frequent presence on television, a shift from the first administration that underscores his growing influence.

“He is the one who’s tasked with driving Trump's agenda policy-wise, and at times messaging-wise,” one source close to the White House told The Hill. “And you can see what happens when it’s big items like the Alien Enemies Act, he’s the guy who's taking the lead and saying 'I'm shutting down anyone who’s trying to derail this.'"

“It shows you the type of trust Stephen has,” the source added.

Miller, who previously worked as a staffer for then-Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.), was a top adviser in Trump’s first term and became one of the president’s most trusted aides. He built on that trust during their four years out of the White House.

Miller launched America First Legal, which pursued legal action against Biden administration initiatives and so-called woke policies that Trump campaigned against in 2024, such as transgender rights and diversity initiatives.

As Trump campaigned for the White House, Miller got to work crafting policy........

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