I see no walking back in the article.
But Leavitt sought to clarify the president’s remarks in her statements, noting that such a program "would only apply to the most thoroughly vetted college graduates who would never undercut American wages or workers."
"He believes, only after such vetting has taken place, we ought to keep the most skilled graduates who can make significant contributions to America," Leavitt said. "This would only apply to the most thoroughly vetted college graduates who would never undercut American wages or workers."