Inside Trump's Head

'Weird' Stephen Miller Is Trump's Biggest Suck-Up

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Oct 26, 2025
Dive into the world of Stephen Miller, the ultimate flatterer keeping his place in Trump's inner circle. Hear insights into Trump’s chaotic decision-making and the influence of unchallenged aides. Explore the racialized roots of their immigration strategies and how extreme views flourish in this administration. Get a glimpse into Miller's personal life and the bizarre story behind an AI-generated TMZ article. Plus, anticipate more revelations at an upcoming live event!
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Flattery As Political Currency

  • Michael Wolff says Stephen Miller rises because he flatters Trump relentlessly and shamelessly.
  • That flattery quiets Trump and explains Miller's influence despite being widely seen as a "weirdo."
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Trump's Consistent Monologue

  • Wolff argues Trump's nonstop monologues make his private and public messages largely identical.
  • That consistency makes Trump's behavior easy to track and explains how he survives and flourishes politically.
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Policy Versus Personal Hatred

  • Wolff distinguishes structural immigration questions from Miller's personal racial animus.
  • He frames Miller's approach as visceral hatred aimed at preserving a 1965-era racial makeup.
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