Anthony Zorker.
Correspondent BBC North America.
Following the heavy defeat of the Republican Party in the midterm elections, Donald Trump said that he is ready to work with the Democrats who have just gained power in Congress.
But he appointed Stephen Miller, his veteran adviser and stalwart political activist, to replace Susie Wills as White House chief of staff.
Mueller's promotion is not a sign of reconciliation with Congress, but it could indicate that the president is preparing for a political battle by appointing a controversial and divisive figure to the most important position in the White House.
"The mission is now clearer than ever: to fight with all our might to support our president and protect this glorious republic," Miller wrote on Channel X. He added that he was "more proud than words can say" to be chosen for this position by Trump.
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