Trump Opens the Door to an Immigration Deal. Democrats Want Proof He's Serious
Following crushing midterm losses, Trump softened his tone on immigration, but promoted Stephen Miller.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Representative Hakeem Jeffries, both Democrats, met with Democratic lawmakers to discuss a potential immigration deal with President Trump. Trump acknowledged in an interview that his administration's mass deportation policies might have been "too tough" and suggested a "deal" for immigrants who have been in the country for 10 to 15 years.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated that Trump encouraged him to work with Democrats on immigration reform in the new Congress. However, Democrats remain cautious about Trump's intentions, especially after he appointed Stephen Miller to the role of White House Chief of Staff. Democrats are advocating for the restoration of protections for DACA recipients and TPS holders, as well as reforming Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and ending mass deportation.
The prospects of Trump agreeing to an immigration deal are uncertain, with some seeing it as a mere gesture.
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