The abrupt implementation of the order, however, plunged the immigration system into chaos, sparking a wave of criticism from targeted countries, Western allies and some of America’s leading corporations, especially technology firms, which lean heavily on immigrant talent.
But Mr. Trump said the rollout had been “very smooth.” He said the order was needed to keep the country safe and that was the reason for its quick implementation.
If the administration had decided to spend a month crafting the order, “everything would’ve been perfect,” Mr. Trump said.
