Washington, Jan. 26 -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday defended the Trump administration's expansive deportation campaign, saying it continues to resonate with Americans even as criticism intensified following a fatal shooting in Minneapolis.

Speaking at a White House press briefing, Leavitt said the policy has widespread backing, stating, "Americans overwhelmingly want exactly what President Trump is delivering: strong borders and strict immigration enforcement against the worst illegal aliens," adding that "polling shows huge support for this exact thing."

Her remarks came two days after a federal agent fatally shot a Minneapolis resident, prompting calls from both Republicans and Democrats for a reassessment of...