Trump Hands Democrats an Opportunity on Immigration
- Top Democrats say president is reneging on deal for ‘Dreamers’
- Polls show support for Democrats on shielding young immigrants
Trump Links DACA Support to Demand for Wall Funds
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President Donald Trump’s renewed demands for a border wall and dramatic changes to immigration laws in exchange for deportation protections for young undocumented immigrants may help Democrats by keeping the issue alive in the 2018 election year.
Polls show voters side with Democrats on shielding the immigrants, known as Dreamers. By adopting a hard line, Trump is setting the stage for a prolonged fight in Congress that could help Democrats gain seats in the House and Senate.