Alabama leaders react to Trump naming Stephen Miller as Chief of Staff
Miller served as communications director for U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions before going Trump's team in 2016
President Donald Trump on Friday announced that Stephen Miller will be his new chief of staff following the sweeping Republican midterms defeat.
Prior to joining Trump's team in 2016, Miller spent seven years as an aide for U.S. Senator Jeff Sessions, R-Alabama, beginning as a press secretary and then as communications director.
Governor-elect Tommy Tuberville praised the pick Friday on his official Senate X account.
"Stephen Miller is a GREAT AMERICAN," Tuberville posted. "He has been a steadfast, conservative warrior in the fight against socialism since day one, and I am confident he will be a great White House Chief of Staff."
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt congratulated Miller on the promotion, but did not say whether she believed he was the right pick.
"I look forward to continue working together to deliver results for the American people," Britt said.
Gov. Kay Ivey also congratulated Miller publicly, noting his early work with Sessions and signaling support for his continued service.
News of Miller's promotion drew national attention Friday including much criticism as Miller has frequently championed Trump's harshest and most aggressive immigration policies .
Pundits have described the move as evidence that Trump plans to become more aggressive in his lame duck term despite striking a conciliatory tone in the first few days following the massive midterm losses for Republicans.
