(TheLastPatriotNews.com) – In a development cheered by American patriots, House Republicans have taken a pivotal step toward President-elect Donald J. Trump’s ambitious immigration goals by passing a bill providing for deporting illegal aliens for minor crimes – the Laken Riley Act.
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The Laken Riley Act aims at deporting illegal aliens charged with minor offenses, pushing forward a legislative agenda that prioritizes the safety of American citizens over the lax policies of Democrats.
Many are left wondering if this will mark the beginning of a new era of immigration enforcement.
The House overwhelmingly passed the Laken Riley Act, named after a Georgia nursing student tragically murdered by an illegal immigrant who should have been detained for shoplifting.
This act mandates the detention of illegal aliens involved in theft, giving state attorneys the power to sue the federal government for non-enforcement of immigration laws.
By passing with a 264-159 vote, including support from 48 Democrats, the bill signals growing bipartisan concern over border weaknesses.
This legislation arrives as part of Republican efforts to bolster border security for the incoming Trump administration.
The GOP-led Senate, headed by Majority Leader John Thune, is ready to bypass conventional committee processes, speeding up the bill’s passage.
Democrats such as John Fetterman are co-sponsoring the corresponding Senate bill, showing cracks in previous Democrat opposition.
Today, I voted for the Laken Riley Act to prevent the horrific and brutal murder of additional innocent Americans at the hands of illegal alien thugs.
My heart still breaks for Laken, her family, and everyone touched by her life.
I’m proud this was the very first bill we passed… pic.twitter.com/QMYiZJpFlt
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) January 7, 2025
The Laken Riley Act reflects frustrations among conservative Americans over sanctuary policies that protect illegal immigrants from deportation.
The bill directs Homeland Security to take custody of illegal immigrants, overriding local sanctuary policies.
The murder of Laken Riley underscored glaring failures in current border enforcement, galvanizing support for tougher measures.
“Laken Riley’s story is a tragic reminder of what’s at stake when our systems fail to protect people,” commented Democrat Senator John Fetterman, cited by Newsweek.
Critics argue the bill may lead to discriminatory practices, citing concerns over ICE’s limited resources.
Nevertheless, this bill aims to put an end to Democrat policies that allegedly allowed dangerous criminals like Jose Ibarra to roam free.
His release, due to overcrowded detention facilities, led to Riley’s murder, serving as a catalyst for this legislation.
As this bill heads to the Senate, where it must overcome a filibuster, the eyes of American patriots are watching.
The question remains: will Senate Democrats prioritize political agendas over ensuring that justice is served?
Senator John Fetterman’s support suggests that stories like Laken’s may finally be heard.
“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.” declared Republican U.S. Senator Katie Britt, cited by The Washington Times.
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