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Trump says 'too tough' deportation policies hurt him in the midterms
Trump links deportation policies to midterm losses, signaling potential immigration policy shift.
Context
What happened: In a "60 Minutes" interview, Trump said his deportation policies were "too tough" and hurt him in the midterms, and said he is open to working with Democrats on an immigration deal.
Why it matters: The comments came as he elevated Stephen Miller to replace Susie Wiles as Chief of Staff, and Trump said a deal on immigration is "doable."
Key numbers: Interview aired Sunday night on CBS' "60 Minutes.
Coverage: 8 outlets in 24h
What changed
In a "60 Minutes" interview, Trump said his deportation policies were "too tough" and hurt him in the midterms, and said he is open to working with Democrats on an immigration deal.
Why it matters
The comments came as he elevated Stephen Miller to replace Susie Wiles as Chief of Staff, and Trump said a deal on immigration is "doable."
Key numbers: Interview aired Sunday night on CBS' "60 Minutes.
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Nov 09, 2026 11:07 AM ET