The House voted on Tuesday to pass a GOP-led bill that would require the detention of undocumented migrants charged with certain crimes. The legislation, known as the Laken Riley Act, was brought up as the first bill of the new Congress, underscoring the importance of the issue for the Republican party.
The bill passed the House with a vote of 264 to 159, with 48 Democrats joining Republicans in support. This bipartisan support reflects the pressure on Democrats to address immigration issues following the election cycle where Republicans emphasized border security.
