Stephen Miller's aggressive immigration strategy provokes criticism

Stephen Miller, the White House adviser on immigration, is pushing a bold strategy to change U.S. immigration policy. This approach could lead to serious legal challenges, according to experts. During Donald Trump's first term, Miller faced challenges in enforcing his immigration ideas in court. Now, he is back with a stronger plan, attempting to implement multiple policies at once. He wants to create a situation where some of his proposals are likely to be accepted by friendly judges. Miller's current strategy is modeled after a tactic known as "flood the zone," which involves overwhelming opponents with numerous proposals. His goal is to tighten border controls, reduce asylum claims, and increase deportations. This approach has already led to notable actions, such as using the Alien Enemies Act to deport individuals and transfer them to prisons in El Salvador. Legal experts warn that Miller's aggressive tactics may lead the country closer to a constitutional crisis. His administration has claimed to be defending the U.S. from threats posed by transnational gangs, justifying their actions under wartime authorities. Miller's team has launched several policies over the past few weeks, including ending birthright citizenship and restoring the “Remain in Mexico” policy. Critics are concerned about the lack of due process for those being deported, with claims that some are being wrongly targeted. Civil rights advocates are preparing legal challenges against these rapid-fire policies. Some deportees have family members who deny any ties to violent gangs and believe their loved ones are being unfairly treated. Miller's plan focuses on quick, bold actions from the administration to counter opposition. This has led to tension with the judicial system, as officials argue over the legality of their moves. Meanwhile, the government of El Salvador has welcomed the U.S. detainees, offering to house them in facilities designed for violent offenders.