Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff to President Trump, reportedly criticized Illinois Governor JB Pritzker for remarks he deemed potentially inciting violence.
Speaking outside the White House, Miller responded to Pritzker’s call for mobilization and disruption among Democrats, which included a statement that Republicans should not be allowed “a moment of peace.”
Pritzker made these comments at the McIntyre-Shaheen 100 Club Dinner in New Hampshire, asserting that Democrats must fight back against Republican policies with every available platform.
Miller contended that such rhetoric could easily be interpreted as inciting violence, especially given the political climate and previous threats against Trump’s life.
He emphasized the danger of normalizing political violence, noting that attacks on property could escalate to physical violence against individuals.
Miller referenced recent incidents of vandalism against Tesla dealerships as examples of left-wing aggression, warning, “Once you allow for attacks on property, you’re just a step away from throwing Molotov cocktails into people’s homes.”
Miller also criticized Pritzker and other Democratic governors for allegedly waging war against federal authority on issues like illegal immigration, underscoring the need for unity rather than division.
He expressed disbelief at the current state of political discourse, stating, “I’ve never seen anything like it.”
This exchange highlights the escalating tensions in American politics, where statements from public officials are increasingly scrutinized for their potential implications.
Miller’s comments serve as a reminder of the fragile nature of political dialogue and the responsibility that leaders have in their public communications.
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