Trump Admits Deportation Push Was Too Tough, Stunning Allies

independent.co.uk —

President Donald Trump admitted in an interview that his administration's anti-immigration crackdown was "too tough" and may have cost Republicans votes in the midterm elections, stunning allies with the concession. Despite the admission, Trump appointed immigration hardliner Stephen Miller as his new White House chief of staff, and federal agencies have received no instructions to alter enforcement tactics, suggesting deportation operations will continue unabated. Trump expressed potential willingness to work with Democrats on an agreement for long-term undocumented residents, and also acknowledged the Iran conflict hurt Republicans while hinting at more administration turnover.


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