Massive demonstrations against ICE escalated in Minneapolis over the weekend following the second fatal shooting involving federal law enforcement in the city this month. Border patrol agents fatally shot Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, on Saturday.
Today, our focus is on Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff for policy under Donald Trump, and how the recent surge of deadly ICE incidents in Minnesota reflects his influence. In Trump’s current administration, Miller has taken a lead role in shaping and enforcing key policies, including stringent immigration measures, mass deportations, and assertive foreign policies.
Joining us to discuss these topics is Michael Scherer, a staff writer at The Atlantic specializing in American politics and its key players. He recently co-authored a profile titled “The Wrath of Stephen Miller.”
It’s important to note that our conversation with Michael took place before the latest shooting and its aftermath in Minneapolis.