President Donald Trump’s decision to elevate Stephen Miller to White House chief of staff has triggered a fierce debate inside the Republican Party, with retiring Nebraska Congressman Don Bacon emerging as one of the most outspoken critics.
Bacon believes Miller’s influence has damaged the administration politically. But an admission from another Republican lawmaker raises a serious question about that accusation: How much responsibility can Miller bear for Republican election losses if many voters barely know who he is?
The disagreement has exposed a growing divide between Republicans who want the White House to moderate its approach and those who believe Trump needs a trusted political combatant as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress.
