(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – In a great victory for conservatives, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that forces the deportation of illegal immigrants charged with minor crimes, aligning with President-elect Trump’s rigorous immigration agenda.
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This legislation, named the Laken Riley Act, is a significant stride towards safeguarding American communities.
The Laken Riley Act, which passed with a 264-159 vote, is a powerful testament to bipartisan support with all Republicans and 48 Democrats backing it.
The Act allows state attorneys general to take legal action against the federal government if it fails to enforce immigration laws.
It mandates the detention of illegal immigrants charged with theft and other nonviolent offenses.
The House bill, named after Laken Riley, aims to prevent tragedies like Laken’s from happening again, Fox News points out in a report.
Riley’s death at the hands of an illegal alien with previous shoplifting charges symbolizes the urgent need for such enforcement.
Critics argue that the bill may lead to discrimination and doesn’t account for ICE’s resource constraints.
This legislation overrides “sanctuary policies” by requiring the Homeland Security secretary to take illegal immigrants into custody.
Additionally, GOP-led Senate promising swift action raises hopes of this bill passing into law soon, furthering Republican efforts to bolster border security.
“We need to get these people off the streets. These criminals are getting bolder and bolder while our communities become more and more unsafe,” declared Rep. Mike Collins, a Georgia Republican, cited by The Washington Times.
The Act illustrates a pivot towards ‘common-sense American values’ and offers tools for law enforcement to deter similar tragedies.
With Majority Leader John Thune opting to bypass standard Senate committee processes, the bill’s progress appears promising, though it must overcome a filibuster requiring at least eight Democrat Caucus votes.
Sen. John Fetterman, a surprising Democrat supporter, co-sponsors the Senate bill alongside most Republicans, reflecting changes in political stances following electoral shifts.
U.S. Senator Katie Britt encapsulated the sentiment by stating, “The American people made it clear they want to remove criminal illegal aliens and protect American families.”
“The American people did not just deliver a mandate on November 5, they delivered a verdict. They made it clear they want to remove criminal illegal aliens and protect American families. We will soon know whether Democrats hear, respect, and obey that verdict,” Britt added, cited by The Washington Times.
This legislation signifies a critical shift in addressing illegal immigration. Its potential passage would mark a pivotal victory for those advocating stricter border policies under Trump’s leadership.
The debate continues as both sides weigh the implications on American civil liberties and safety.
“Laken Riley’s story is a tragic reminder of what’s at stake when our systems fail to protect people,” Senator John Fetterman stated.
The Act endeavors to ensure no more American lives are lost due to failures in the immigration system.
The final decision rests with the Senate, where the outcome will show whether common sense and justice will triumph over bureaucratic inertia.
NEW: John Fetterman says if Democrats can’t get 7 votes in the Senate to pass the Laken Riley Act, then “that’s the reason why we lost."
“If you're here illegally and you're committing crimes, I don't know why anybody thinks that it's controversial, that they all need to go." pic.twitter.com/e0tDEK72uO
— Western Lensman (@WesternLensman) January 8, 2025
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