President Donald Trump is reportedly considering longtime aide Stephen Miller to serve as his next National Security Adviser, according to a Friday report from Axios.
Miller, who currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff and Homeland Security Adviser, has been one of Trump’s most enduring allies — a key figure present from the beginning of Trump’s first term through the current administration.
If finalized, the move would place Miller in one of the most influential foreign policy roles in the White House.
The position was recently vacated by former Florida Congressman and Green Beret veteran Mike Waltz, who is set to become the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, following a surprise announcement by the president on Thursday.
Until a permanent replacement is named, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is temporarily handling national security duties.
Multiple sources familiar with internal discussions say Miller is the leading contender for the job.
One source cited by Axios praised Miller’s management of the White House Homeland Security Council, calling it “infinitely more effective than the NSC,” and noting that it operates “like clockwork” under his direction — despite being staffed with fewer personnel.
According to reports, Miller works well with Rubio,