Trump says his deportation policy was "too tough," Mass. immigration advocates unsure if he means it
CBS News
Last updated: November 10, 2026
President Donald Trump has stated that his previous deportation policy was "too tough." This admission has generated skepticism among some Massachusetts immigration advocates, who are uncertain about the sincerity and implications of his statement.
- President Donald Trump has publicly acknowledged that his previous approach to deportations was excessively harsh. This declaration has led to a degree of uncertainty and doubt among immigration advocates in Massachusetts.
- These advocates are questioning whether Trump's statement represents a genuine shift in policy or merely rhetoric. Their uncertainty stems from past actions and the potential for such statements to be insincere.
- The primary concern is whether this perceived softening of stance will translate into tangible changes in immigration enforcement or if it is a temporary political maneuver.
- Advocates are observing future actions and policy decisions to determine the true intent behind Trump's comment.
- The focus remains on concrete policy shifts rather than pronouncements.
