Yesterday Trump appointed his advisor Stephen Miller as the White House Chief of Staff. Reuters.
Miller, who replaces Susie Wales, will take office as Trump prepares for a showdown with the Democratic-led House and Senate and a wave of congressional investigations into his administration's actions.
Trump said this week that he is willing to work with Democrats on Capitol Hill. But the promotion of Miller, who is known for his bluntness and uncompromising stance, could signal a more confrontational approach and renewed efforts to advance the president's agenda on immigration and other issues, several White House officials said.
Trump was unhappy with his policy and communications efforts in the run-up to Tuesday's election, as his approval rating among the public fell to record lows. He said this week that the White House must be "more aggressive" as Democrats regain control of Congress, according to a person familiar with the matter.