A new report reveals former White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller’s significant financial stake in Palantir, a company benefiting from increased government surveillance contracts.
According to the Project on Government Oversight (POGO), Miller’s financial disclosure indicates assets between $100,001 and $250,000 in the defense company. The stock was reportedly acquired after Donald Trump left office in 2021, before Miller’s plan to enhance immigration enforcement. This revelation sparks concerns about potential conflicts of interest, given Miller’s past involvement in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Palantir has secured contracts to build systems enhancing data sharing between federal agencies, creating a large surveillance database. They are also pursuing involvement in the U.S. Navy’s warship building efforts.
In 2025, Palantir’s stock has surged by 80 percent, making it the S&P’s top performer.
Virginia Canter, chief counsel for ethics at Democracy Defenders Fund, suggests Miller’s stock ownership creates an ethical dilemma. “If he hasn’t stepped over the line, he’s just on the verge of it,” Canter stated, emphasizing the discomfort of Miller retaining the stock.
Critics argue that Miller’s financial interest in Palantir could influence decisions related to DHS’s digital systems, potentially benefiting the company. This adds to existing concerns that Trump’s immigration policies already enrich surveillance and private prison companies.
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Trump’s Harvard Ban Blocked by Judge
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s ban on international students at Harvard University, citing core constitutional rights.
Judge Allison D. Burroughs emphasized the importance of freedom of thought, expression, and speech. The ruling protects the school’s nearly 7,000 international students.
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Trump Criticizes Fed Chair Over Economy
Donald Trump has publicly criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates, while Powell remains cautious.
Trump’s social media post attacked Powell, accusing him of incompetence. Powell disregarded the President’s call to reduce rates.
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Trump Rages at Israel After Ceasefire Deal
Donald Trump has expressed anger at both Israel and Iran for violating a ceasefire he claimed to have brokered.
Trump’s Truth Social posts revealed his frustration, particularly with Israel’s immediate bombing after the deal.
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Supreme Court Allows Deportations to Third Countries
The Supreme Court has temporarily allowed the Trump administration to deport immigrants to countries they aren’t from, such as South Sudan, without proper notice.
The 6-3 decision allows deportations to proceed while the case is further reviewed in lower courts.
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Trump Downplays Damage from Iran Strikes
Donald Trump is disputing reports that his administration’s strikes on Iran did not completely destroy nuclear facilities.
Trump attacked media outlets for reporting discrepancies between his claims and military assessments.
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U.S. Allies Forge New Defense Partnership
Canada and European nations have announced a new defense partnership, potentially limiting reliance on American-made defense systems.
The agreement signals a move towards stronger alliances outside the United States.
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Trump Issues Threat to Putin Over Iran
Donald Trump made comments about nuclear weapons.
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GOP Lawmaker Blames Left After Near-Death Experience Due to Abortion Ban
A Republican lawmaker nearly died due to Florida’s abortion ban but blamed “fearmongering” by the left.
Representative Kat Cammack received life saving care.
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