During a recent White House press briefing, Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff for policy, delivered a detailed explanation of presidential powers, sparking a discussion on the role of unelected bureaucrats and the functioning of government.
Miller responded to a question regarding media coverage of Elon Musk and former President Joe Biden, highlighting what he perceived as a lack of attention to Biden's mental state during his term. He emphasized the unique position of the President, who is elected by the entire nation, as the sole official chosen by the American people.
Referencing the Vesting Clause in Article II of the Constitution, Miller explained that the President holds the executive power and appoints staff to carry out the democratic will of the people. He expressed concern about unelected bureaucrats in agencies like the FBI, EPA, and Justice Department, who he believes resist necessary reforms.
Miller argued that the real threat to democracy lies in entrenched civil servants who act independently of elected officials and disregard the will of the American people. He praised President Trump's efforts to remove bureaucrats who defy lawful orders and hinder the implementation of democratic decisions.
Conservative commentators lauded Miller's remarks as a bold challenge to biased reporting and a defense of democratic principles. Knox County Mayor Glen Jacobs commended Miller for his 'Schoolhouse Rock' approach, while Mo. Sen. Josh Hawley's communications director, Abigail Jackson, expressed support for Miller's critique of media coverage of Biden's mental acuity.
Miller's civics lesson serves as a reminder of the intricate balance of powers in the U.S. government and the importance of upholding democratic values in governance.
