US President Donald Trump has acknowledged that his administration’s strict immigration policies may have contributed to the Republican Party’s setbacks in the midterm elections.

In an interview, Mr. Trump said the deportation drive targeting undocumented immigrants may have been too tough. He noted that while his administration received strong support for securing the US-Mexico border and deporting criminals, its broader enforcement measures had alienated some voters. He acknowledged that the crackdown also affected undocumented immigrants who had established jobs and lived in the United States for several years.

The President also expressed willingness to work with Democrats on immigration reforms, as they prepare to take control of both chambers of Congress in January. Meanwhile, the administration’s future immigration policy remains uncertain.