The Aporia · Trump prepares for a fight with Congress, assembling more combative White House

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On November 8, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump told CBS's "60 Minutes" that his administration's tough deportation policies may have been "too tough." In the interview, which aired after the midterm elections, Trump acknowledged that these policies could have hurt Republicans by taking a hardline stance on immigrants without criminal records. He expressed willingness to work with Democrats on immigration reform during his remaining two years in office.

Trump conceded he received high public approval for deporting illegal immigrants with criminal backgrounds but noted a significant portion of Americans wanted to see those without criminal records allowed to stay. The president's comments reflect an acknowledgment that the strict enforcement might have alienated some voters, contributing to Republican losses in the midterms.

The shift in tone comes as Democrats gained control over Congress following the November 7 midterm elections, signaling potential cooperation on immigration issues despite previous hardline stances from Trump and his administration.

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Trump prepares for a fight with Congress, assembling more combative White House

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