Trump adviser Stephen Miller spoke to agents at recent FBI training on domestic terrorism, sources say

October 8, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS News

Trump adviser Stephen Miller spoke to agents at recent FBI training on domestic terrorism, sources say

TL;DR

  • Stephen Miller, White House homeland security adviser, spoke at an FBI counterterrorism training conference.
  • Former Justice Department officials consider Miller's visit unusual, citing norms that historically insulated criminal investigations from political officials.
  • The White House and FBI state Miller's visit was appropriate given his role and the administration's focus on cracking down on political violence.
  • Miller reportedly cited the assassination of his friend Charlie Kirk as a personal reason for the administration's focus on domestic terrorism.
  • The training was attended by FBI counterterrorism agents and officials from other law enforcement agencies.
  • Miller's appearance occurred shortly before a man was charged with cyberstalking Katie Miller.
  • Some former officials allege the Millers have pressured the FBI and Justice Department in investigations related to them.
  • The FBI states its investigations are based on appropriate predicates and evidence, not White House orders.
  • The training focused on a White House executive order aimed at combating domestic terrorism and political violence.