Trump Admits US Deportation Policy Was 'Too Tough' After Midterm Rout

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that his deportation policy for undocumented immigrants was too harsh for voters, and he is open to collaborating with Democrats in the upcoming Congress to create an immigration agreement. During his first major interview since the Republican Party lost their majority in the House and Senate during the midterm elections, Trump suggested that his deportation policy may have contributed to their electoral loss. He acknowledged that some people find the policy "great," while others believe it is "too tough."

In a CBS interview that aired on Sunday, Trump indicated his willingness to work with Democrats, stating, "I think there is something — I think that is something that is actually doable." He did not divulge the specifics of the potential immigration deal but shortly after the interview, he appointed Stephen Miller, the architect of the administration's stringent deportation policy, as his chief of staff.

Trump also joked about appointing UFC boss Dana White as his next White House press secretary, promising, "I was only kidding, but Dana loves the idea." While White is a close friend of Trump, he has remained silent on the president's remarks, expressing that he would have more to discuss after meeting with Trump on Monday.

Trump's press secretary position became vacant on October 16, following Katie Zacharia's brief tenure. In a social media post on Saturday, Trump urged White to accept his offer, labeling him a "violent fighter and warrior." The president plans to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at an APEC leaders summit in China next week, aiming to discuss ending the Iran war.

Trump hinted at potential topics for discussion, including denuclearization and efforts to bring an end to the conflict in Iran.