Trump says he is directing agencies to reunite separated immigrant families

U.S. President Donald Trump participates in a roundtable discussion about trade in Duluth, Minnesota, U.S. June 20, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he is directing government agencies to reunite immigrant families separated after crossing into the United States from Mexico. He made the comment during a meeting with his Cabinet at the White House. (Reporting by James Oliphant; Writing by Mohammad Zargham; Editing by Bill Trott)