Many in the media have spent the last week hyperventilating over a phony writer’s opinions, but the American people just witnessed President Trump lead arguably the most transparent, substantive policy discussion with Congress – maybe ever.
It’s more evidence of President Trump delivering on his promise to tackle tough issues like immigration for the American people.
I can never remember seeing a president convene a discussion of an issue with this many congressional voices and this many viewpoints being discussed publicly. Pretty remarkable day at the White House.
— Rick Klein (@rickklein) January 9, 2018
Also: I have covered Washington/politics for 2 decades. I have NEVER seen a president invite the press in to film negotiations with Congress.
— Paul Singer (@singernews) January 9, 2018
Trump smart for opening immigration discussion to press. Public gets to see deal making POTUS at his best.
— Steve Peoples (@sppeoples) January 9, 2018
That was great @realDonaldTrump. You should do it again in the future.
— Sam Stein (@samstein) January 9, 2018
BREAKING: Brilliant move by POTUS - in the middle of the Wolff onslaught - he allows LIVE coverage of him working the table with Dems/GOP on immigration. Thoughtful, policy proficient and determined to get a deal.
— Martha MacCallum (@marthamaccallum) January 9, 2018
.@WolfBlitzer gives credit to the WH for opening the bipartisan immigration meeting up to cameras: "I don't remember when a White House has allowed TV cameras in such a meeting."
— Betsy Klein (@betsy_klein) January 9, 2018
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