Scoop — Stephen Miller's post-midterm focus: MAGA and men

Stephen Miller, newly appointed White House chief of staff, is focusing on regaining the support of young and minority men who voted for President Trump in 2024 but shifted to the Democratic Party in the recent midterms. His goal is to revitalize the populist agenda that helped elect the president in 2024, with a strong emphasis on working-class voters.

The surge in prices due to Trump's tariffs, the Iran war, and anxieties about artificial intelligence's impact on employment have contributed to the migration of young, working-class, and minority men away from the GOP. Another crucial reason was the sharp swing of Latino men towards the Democrats, particularly over hardline immigration policies.

Miller intends to highlight policies he believes have been underwhelming, such as eliminating 'woke' policies in institutions, reducing prescription drug costs, curbing government and healthcare fraud, and cutting bureaucratic red tape. He also plans to promote permitting reforms, which he believes could help address affordability.

With Democrats now in control of Congress, Miller will have to push his agenda through executive orders, assuming he manages to bypass the Republican majorities in the House and Senate. However, his plans may face significant hurdles, given his lack of popularity among Democrats. Miller was Trump's key strategist during the 2024 campaign, frequently urging young men to support the president, insisting they prove their masculinity. He emphasized showing up at the polls to ensure Trump's continued victory.