Trump Admits Deportations Too Tough
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President Donald Trump said in a CBS "60 Minutes" interview that his immigration policies were too harsh, claiming mass deportations hurt him during the midterm elections. He explained that the removal of undocumented immigrants who had not committed crimes, including those with good jobs and paying taxes, was overly severe. Trump suggested working with Democrats to create legal status for undocumented workers and criticized the far‑right faction that wanted all immigrants removed. He also blamed poor messaging for Republican losses and promoted Stephen Miller to chief of staff. Trump noted his net worth rose by nearly three billion dollars since taking office.
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Timeline
- On November 4 2024 Trump appears on CBS 60 Minutes interview.
- On November 4 2024 Trump promotes Stephen Miller chief of staff.
- On November 4 2024 Trump’s net worth rises nearly three billion dollars.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Trump’s admission may influence voter perception of immigration policy Possible long-term US impact: Potential shift toward bipartisan immigration reform Most affected groups: Undocumented immigrants and Republican voters Reader priority: Understanding Trump’s stance on immigration
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