Trump Admits Mass Deportation Policy Was Too Harsh

President Donald Trump admitted that his administration's mass deportation policy for undocumented immigrants was "too harsh" and may have contributed to Republican losses in the midterm elections. He made the remarks in a CBS News interview. Trump acknowledged the policy strengthened border controls and removed criminals, but also affected immigrants who worked and paid taxes. The admission comes as Democrats prepare to control both chambers of Congress, though Trump added he hopes "to go to heaven, not hell." No policy reversal is expected, as Stephen Miller, a restrictive immigration advocate, was named White House chief of staff. Senator Thom Tillis called the appointment a "colossal error." Public support has dropped to 39% in a July 2026 poll, amid protests over ICE killings in Minneapolis.