'A clear message': Here's the immigration bill in response to murder of Laken Riley
Immigration officers would be required to detain people who are in the country illegally and commit even nonviolent crimes.
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Laken Riley immigration bill would upend enforcement
The bill, named after a nursing student who was killed by an undocumented migrant, would take away some federal immigration authority and also target immigrants who have not been convicted of crimes.
Immigration lawyers fear Laken Riley bill could have broad impact as Trump takes office
The U.S. Senate this week is moving to pass a bill that immigration attorneys and experts warn could have far-reaching ramifications, such as swamping federal courts with challenges by state attorneys general and subjecting some migrants — including children and teens — to rapid detention and deportation.
Senate advances Laken Riley bill past second hurdle
The Laken Riley Act on Monday cleared a second procedural hurdle in the Senate as talk turns to an amendment push by Democrats in order to potentially make alterations to the bill. Senators
Senate set to vote on amended version of Laken Riley Act
After days of debate, the U.S. Senate is scheduled early next week for a final vote on the Laken Riley Act, a bill that would empower law enforcement to detain any illegal immigrants accused of theft-related crimes or assaulting law enforcement.
The Senate advances a migrant detention bill that could be Trump's first law to sign
The Senate is heading toward a final vote on legislation that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes.
Senate advances Laken Riley Act, teeing up final vote
The Senate voted Friday to advance the Laken Riley Act, putting Republicans a step closer to sending the first bill of the 119th Congress to President-elect Trump for his signature next week and giving him an early win on one of his key issues.
Laken Riley Act could be Trump’s first bill to sign into law
The Senate is set for an Inauguration Day vote on legislation that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes.
Laken Riley Act gives John Thune his first big win as Senate GOP leader
Senate Majority Leader John Thune notched his first big win Friday by clearing the filibuster on the Laken Riley Act. It'll almost certainly pass Monday with ease. Why it matters: It's a specific, popular,
Laken Riley Act clears final Senate filibuster, teeing up passage for Trump’s first day
A final vote in the Senate is likely to be on Jan. 20, when Donald Trump is sworn in as president. The Laken Riley Act would then go back to the House.
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The Laken Riley Act Spells Chaos for the Immigration System
The U.S. immigration system isn’t ready for the havoc and expense this bill could unleash. But the real pain will be felt by ...
Congress Should Reconsider the Laken Riley Act
The Laken Riley Act legislation pending in Congress would unconstitutionally elevate state powers over immigration while ...
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House passes Laken Riley Act, which heads to Senate with increasing Democratic support
Laken Riley’s murder became a rallying cry for Republicans during the 2024 presidential campaign, and President-elect Donald Trump brought up the case repeatedly as he called for better border ...
House Passes Laken Riley Act as New Congress' First Order of Business
The bill is one of the first signs that Republicans want to quickly act on Donald Trump's immigration policies.
Laken Riley Act: Massachusetts delegation overwhelmingly opposes immigration bill
U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch says he believes Congress has “lost control of the immigration process in this country,” casting ...
Senate on track to pass bill named for murdered jogger Laken Riley to crack down on illegal migrant crime
Senators will vote on final passage of the bill Monday evening, following President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ...