But while Trump cast the move as a "common-sense compromise," Democrats were quick to dismiss it at a "non-starter". Hoping to put pressure on Democrats, the White House billed the announcement as a major step forward. Democrats dismissed Trump's proposal even before his formal remarks. Trump's plan seems to stand little chance of getting the 60 votes needed in the Senate. Chris Coons of Delaware, a Democrat the White House has looked to as a possible partner on immigration negotiations, said he will not support it.

Source: The Telegraph January 20, 2019 06:08 UTC