White House Says Congress Must Accept Its Terms on Immigration - News Summed Up

White House Says Congress Must Accept Its Terms on Immigration


President Donald Trump said he would "love to see a shutdown" if Democrats refuse to back his immigration proposals as Congress currently negotiates ways to prevent a looming government shutdown. Photo: GettyWASHINGTON—The White House signaled little flexibility on immigration on Tuesday, saying lawmakers must pass a bill on President Donald Trump’s terms and offering no relief on the tight timeline for Congress. White House Chief of Staff John Kelly, who has been a key adviser to Mr. Trump on immigration, said he wouldn’t support Congress passing a short-term legislative patch to give itself more time on a broader immigration bill. He said he would counsel Mr. Trump to oppose any such effort.


Source: Wall Street Journal February 06, 2018 20:21 UTC



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