Trump Seeks Immigration Deal, Mullin Considers DACA Fix
DHS Secretary Mullin discusses potential immigration reform with Democrats, focusing on DACA and Trump’s stance on border policy.
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President Donald Trump is reportedly seeking an immigration deal with Democrats, according to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. In a recent statement, Mullin revealed that Trump has encouraged him to engage with Democratic lawmakers on immigration reform, signaling a potential shift in the administration’s approach to border policy.
Trump’s Call for Immigration Reform
Mullin told reporters that Trump has urged him to work with Democrats on immigration reform, noting that many on the left have reached out about the issue. He explained that he has informed the president about these calls and that Trump has suggested starting to work with Democrats and meeting at some point.
While Mullin insisted there would be no amnesty, he opened the door to a potential area of agreement with Democrats: the fate of DACA recipients. Mullin stated that the administration would never allow amnesty but suggested that Congress could consider a pathway to legal permanent citizenship for those who entered the U.S. as children.
Trump himself has expressed a willingness to help undocumented immigrants who have been in the country for a long time. During a recent interview with 60 Minutes, Trump said he would like to do something to help illegal aliens present in the U.S. and acknowledged that his deportation policy might have been too tough.
Trump went on to say that some illegal migrants who have been in America for over a decade should be allowed to stay. He emphasized that the focus should be on removing dangerous individuals, such as killers, drug dealers, and others, while offering a deal to those who have been in the country for 10 to 15 years.
Trump endorses an amnesty deal with Democrats, saying immigration maximalists are on the “pretty far right” and suggesting that illegals who have been in the US for 10-15 years should have an opportunity to stay.
Political Implications of the Immigration Debate
The potential immigration deal comes amid a broader political landscape where Trump’s policies have drawn both support and criticism. As the new Congress prepares to take office, the administration’s approach to immigration will likely remain a key topic of discussion, with implications for both domestic policy and international relations.
Source: The Gateway Pundit
