Plenary Authority Explained: Stephen Miller Sparks Debate Over Presidential Power

Stephen Miller Says ‘Quiet Part Out Loud,’ Claims Trump Has Unlimited ‘Plenary Authority’ Before Going Silent in Interview

During an ominous interview, Trump's deputy chief of staff argued that Trump has "plenary authority"—essentially limitless power—to use the military in US cities. He then abruptly went silent, prompting speculation that he "said the quiet part out loud."

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Stephen Miller's "plenary authority" remark raises eyebrows

The White House deputy chief of staff said President Donald Trump had "plenary authority" to deploy National Guard troops to U.S. cities.

Plenary Authority Explained: Stephen Miller Sparks Debate Over Presidential Power

Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff for policy, sparked fresh debate in the United States after claiming that the president has 'plenary authority' to deploy military forces under federal law.

Trump adviser Stephen Miller cites president's 'plenary authority.' What does he mean?

The Trump administration is testing the limits of presidential power with National Guard deployments, with one adviser saying the president has "plenary authority" on the use of the military.

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The White House aide thinks Trump has ultimate power—and he admitted as much.