MPAC highlights Stephen Miller’s appointment as a threat to American Muslims, citing his history of promoting anti-Muslim policies and extremist views
Dear John,
We are reaching out to share an important update on MPAC’s ongoing Government Appointment Tracker project. As part of our commitment to monitoring and assessing government appointments that impact American Muslims and marginalized communities, we are highlighting Stephen Miller’s appointment as Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy in the incoming administration. This is a direct threat to American Muslims and reinforces a dangerous trajectory of Islamophobia and racial discrimination in U.S. governance.
Stephen Miller’s legacy is a stark reminder of how deeply entrenched hate and prejudice can shape public policy. From his early days at Duke University, where he worked with far-right hate groups, to his central role in crafting the Trump administration’s Muslim travel ban, Miller has consistently championed discriminatory and exclusionary ideologies. His influence on immigration policy has caused lasting harm to Muslim communities, refugees, and people of color.
Some key points from his profile include:
Early Ties to Hate Groups: At Duke, Miller was involved with the David Horowitz Freedom Center, an anti-Muslim hate group, and spearheaded initiatives like "Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week," which aimed to vilify Islam and Muslims.
Promotion of Anti-Muslim Policies: As a senior adviser in the White House, Miller was a key architect of the Muslim travel ban, a policy that targeted Muslim-majority countries and was widely condemned as discriminatory.
White Nationalist Ties: Miller’s promotion of white nationalist rhetoric was revealed through leaked emails, where he referenced extremist sources to shape public narratives about Muslims, immigrants, and communities of color.
Racial and Religious Exclusion: Miller has consistently rejected bipartisan immigration compromises, favoring policies rooted in racial and religious exclusion, and his admiration for figures like President Calvin Coolidge, who championed the racially exclusionary 1924 Immigration Act reflect his commitment to these divisive ideologies.
Miller’s documented history paints a disturbing picture of how hate and fear can become entrenched in government policy, and his ongoing influence raises significant concerns about the future of American immigration and civil rights protections.
We strongly encourage you to read the full profile for a deeper understanding of the impact Stephen Miller’s policies have had, and continue to have, on Muslim communities and the broader fight for justice and equality.
Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. Together, we can continue to hold those in power accountable for their actions and push for policies that uphold human dignity and justice for all.
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