Summary
White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair asked House Republicans to stop talking about "mass deportations" and instead focus on removing violent criminals. This advice comes as some Republicans worry that the mass deportation message is seen as too harsh.
Key Facts
- James Blair is the White House Deputy Chief of Staff.
- Blair urged Republicans to focus on removing violent criminals rather than "mass deportations."
- This advice was given at a closed meeting in Doral, Florida.
- Nearly half of Americans think President Trump’s deportation campaign is too aggressive.
- The message signals a shift in the White House's immigration policy approach.
- Immigration is a major issue for President Trump and congressional Republicans.
- Reports of the detention of U.S. citizens have caused concern about the policy.
- Republicans are planning their legislative goals and strategies for the November midterms.
