Staff Reports
The White House Press Corps is having a real crisis these days, and not a moment too soon. They’ve grown accustomed to slinging mud at the right, continuously proclaiming that every trivial issue is a “danger to democracy” while delighting in healthy ratings and fat paychecks. Yet, with Donald Trump back in the Oval Office after an undeniable comeback, the truth is taking center stage, and the media is left scrambling to uphold its failing narrative as the ratings for CNN and MSNBC plunge.
During a recent press briefing, Stephen Miller, now the Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security, took a break from policy-making to remind the assembled journalists of their obligations and the reality of the current political landscape. Miller didn’t just hand out a civics lesson; he also held a mirror up to the media, highlighting its past failures, particularly regarding their refusal to acknowledge Joe Biden’s mounting cognitive issues. He effectively taught them the real backbone of American governance, illuminating the stark contrast between an elected president and the unelected bureaucrats who tend to act like they are above accountability.
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Back to school for the legacy media while Stephen Miller gives a civics lesson.— catluver (@catsmeow9010) February 21, 2025
Miller schooled the press on the fundamental principles of democracy, explaining that the president is the only official in the entire government elected by the whole nation. While judges are appointed and members of Congress are elected at different levels, the Constitution’s vesting clause makes it clear that the executive power rests solely in the hands of one man—the president. This means that any real threat to democracy comes not from the elected leader but from the deep state, comprised of lifelong bureaucrats who feel insulated from the will of the American people.
Miller also seized the opportunity to celebrate Trump’s astounding achievements in his first month back in power, claiming that the administration had accomplished more in 30 days than other administrations have in several years. He touted the impending closure of Biden’s open border policies, the dismantling of divisive DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) efforts in the federal government, and the reconsolidation of the military’s focus on readiness rather than social engineering. The press, locked in their usual shock and indignation, had to swallow the bitter pill of reality.
Not one to shy away from a good time, Miller managed to pepper the briefing with a grin, clearly relishing the discomfort of the journalists before him. His remarks weren’t just facts; they were an unapologetic reminder of how a real leader gets things done versus a figurehead who meanders through a confused presidency. With calls to action to reinstate the integrity of government processes and a nod to the innovative actions of private sector leaders like Elon Musk, Miller painted a vivid picture of accountability and efficiency that the mainstream media would rather ignore.
If there’s one lesson the press appears to need, it’s that their repetitive doom-and-gloom narratives juxtaposed with a thriving conservative agenda may not hold up when faced with hard facts and tangible results. Stephen Miller’s visit may not have magically transformed the press corps into fair and balanced reporters, but it certainly turned up the heat on their flimsy narratives. The media might want to rethink their strategies now that the truth is not just a buzzword, but the cornerstone of a resurgent Trump presidency.
