Trump Could Become A "Democrat" Before The End Of His Presidential Term
- 11.11.2026, 17:13
The U.S. president may have no other options left.
The U.S. president may soften his immigration policy and reach agreements with the Democrats, which would cause discontent within his own party. Following the Republicans’ defeat in the midterm elections, the White House chief acknowledged that the mass deportation campaign had been “too harsh” and expressed a willingness to cooperate with political opponents, according to National Security Journal.
In an interview on “60 Minutes,” Trump was asked on what issue he would like to work with the Democratic majority in Congress. “I’d be happy to reach an agreement on something related to immigration,” the president replied.
He also acknowledged that a hard-line immigration policy could hurt Republicans in the elections. In particular, Trump raised the possibility of allowing some undocumented immigrants working in the hospitality industry and other sectors to remain in the country legally.
The situation is complicated by the appointment of Stephen Miller as the new White House chief of staff. He is considered one of the main proponents of Trump’s strict immigration policies. Miller has repeatedly opposed granting undocumented immigrants the right to remain in the country, and in 2024 he even called such a decision grounds for the president’s impeachment. Now he will have to work with a possible compromise that contradicts his own convictions.
Following Trump’s interview, the White House attempted to clarify the president’s position. The administration stated that this is not a matter of amnesty, since Trump did not use that word. However, the president himself did indeed raise the possibility of a deal with the Democrats that would allow some undocumented immigrants working in hotels, landscaping, and other industries to remain in the country legally.
Following the Republicans’ defeat, the president may effectively switch sides to the Democrats. “Trump can choose to play the role of a lame duck fighting the blue wave, or become a Democrat and ride its crest,” he wrote.
With Democrats controlling both chambers of Congress, compromises with the opposition may become one of the few ways for Trump to advance his agenda during the remaining years of his presidency.