Protests against ICE escalated in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old nurse, Alex Jeffrey Pretti, by border patrol agents over the weekend. This incident marks the second death of an American citizen involving federal law enforcement in the city this month.
Today, our discussion revolves around Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff for policy under Donald Trump, and his significant influence on Trump’s key policies, including stringent immigration measures, large-scale deportations, and a combative stance towards perceived adversaries, both domestically and internationally. Miller has taken on a prominent role in shaping and implementing Trump’s agenda in his second term.
Joining us to delve into these topics is Michael Scherer, a staff writer at The Atlantic specializing in American politics and the influential figures within it. He recently co-authored a piece titled “The Wrath of Stephen Miller.”
It is important to note that our conversation with Michael took place prior to the recent shooting incident and its aftermath in Minneapolis.
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