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Key Senate Democrats come out in favor of "Laken Riley" bill that could enable mass deportations


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, January 9th 2025 at 14:00 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Laken Riley Act would require the federal detention deport undocumented immigrants accused of nonviolent crimes

The article from MSN discusses the bipartisan support for the Laken Riley Act in the U.S. Senate, which aims to address immigration issues following the tragic murder of Laken Riley, allegedly by an undocumented immigrant. Key Senate Democrats, including Senators Sherrod Brown, Jon Tester, and Bob Casey, have endorsed the bill, which would mandate ICE to detain undocumented immigrants who commit theft-related crimes like shoplifting or carjacking. This legislative move comes amidst a broader debate on immigration policy, with the bill potentially leading to mass deportations if passed. The support from these Democrats, who are facing tough reelection battles in states that lean Republican, indicates a strategic political alignment with tougher immigration stances to appeal to their constituents. However, the bill's future remains uncertain as it navigates through the legislative process, with implications for both immigration enforcement and political dynamics in the upcoming elections.

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