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These 12 Senate Democrats voted for the Laken Riley Act

Twelve Senate Democrats voted with Republicans to pass an immigration bill to address one of President Donald Trump's top campaign issues.

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The Laken Riley Act Reminds Us: If a Law Is Named After Someone, It's Probably Bad

Riley's murder was an atrocity. But the law bearing her name is a grab bag of authoritarian policies that have little to do with her death.

Reason

ICE Estimates Enforcing Laken Riley Act Would Require Tens of Billions, Over 10,000 Agents and 7,000 Attorneys

Previous estimates rounded out the figure at $3.2 billion but new information reveals that it "does not represent the full cost of implementation"

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US Senate forwards bill targeting undocumented immigrants accused of theft-related crimes

Critics call Democratic lawmakers ‘spineless’ for joining GOP in making bill potentially big legislative win for Donald Trump

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ICE Warns It Doesn't Have Nearly Enough Capacity To Detain Those Targeted By Laken Riley Act, Would Have To Release Many To Make Room

Immigration and Customs Enforcement estimates that implementing the act would cost $3.2 billion in additional funding for the 2025 fiscal year.

Latin Times

Civil rights groups warn Laken Riley bill could open the door to Trump’s mass deportations

Opponents call the bill a ‘slippery slope’ for Trump’s agenda and a ‘backdoor to mass detention’

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Democrats signal openness to Republicans’ Laken Riley Act with key vote

Bill may pass, led by Republicans, without amendments after Democratic resistance vanishes

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US Senate advances Laken Riley Act, which would detain undocumented immigrants for theft

Laken Riley Act passed House on Tuesday by 264 to 159, showing Democrats are feeling pressure over immigration

The Guardian - US

These Are the Seven House Democrats Who Flipped Their Vote to Approve the Laken Riley Act

The bill, which now heads to the Senate, passed the House with a 264-159 vote. 48 Democrats supported it alongside all Republicans

Latin Times

Republicans' Chances of Getting The 'Laken Riley Act' Past Senate Democrats

The Laken Riley Act, requiring the detention of undocumented migrants charged with certain crimes, passed the House Tuesday. It will now go before the Senate.

Latin Times

U.S. House approves legislation to deport undocumented immigrants charged with minor crimes

The proposal requires immigration authorities to hold and deport immigrants charged with crimes like burglary, theft, larceny or shoplifting. The bill now goes to the Senate where Republicans hold the majority.

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US House passes bill allowing detention of undocumented immigrants for theft

Laken Riley Act, named for nursing student murdered by Venezuelan, is resurrected after failing in Senate last year

The Guardian - US

GOP leaders are moving ahead with the Laken Riley Act. What’s in the bill?

Laken Riley was brutally murdered in February while on a run

The Independent UK

Republicans move on immigration bill with some bipartisan support - Roll Call

Republican lawmakers pressed forward on an immigration bill with bipartisan support as a first push in a tough-on-immigration approach.

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House To Vote On Laken Riley Act For Border Security

The Laken Riley Act, inspired by a tragic incident, addresses illegal immigration and border security. House Republicans aim to hold the Biden Administrati...

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House To Vote On Laken Riley Act Addressing Immigration Concerns

House to vote on Laken Riley Act, addressing immigration issues. Bill mandates detention for undocumented migrants charged with theft or burglary.

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Man convicted in Laken Riley's killing asks for a new trial

The Venezuelan man convicted of murder in the killing of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley and sentenced to serve life in prison without parole is asking for a new trial

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Laken Riley followed all the safety precautions. But she was still attacked and killed while out for run

Going for a solo run as a female shouldn’t be dangerous. But the murders of Laken Riley, Mollie Tibbets, Karina Vetrano, and many more other women in recent years remind us it is. Andrea Cavallier reports

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Technology's Role In Solving Crimes And Enhancing Safety

Technology enhances safety and aids investigations in criminal cases, leveraging digital evidence to establish connections between victims and perpetrators.

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Sen. Hawley Calls For Subpoenas After DHS, FBI Hearing Postponed

Senator Josh Hawley criticizes Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas and FBI Director Wray for avoiding public testimony on Laken Riley's murder case.

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Donald Trump’s border czar pick Tom Homan tears up discussing Laken Riley murder during live TV interview

Donald Trump’s border czar pick Tom Homan teared up discussing the murder of Laken Riley during a live TV interview.

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Family Pleads For Life Sentence In Daughter's Murder Case

Family of Laken Riley seeks justice in court for her murder, emphasizing the impact of violent crimes on communities and loved ones.

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Friend Describes Heartbreaking Nightmare Of Laken Riley's Disappearance

Carrie Howell recounts the tragic disappearance and death of Laken Riley, leading to justice served with Jose Ibarra's life sentence.

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Prosecutor Seeks Maximum Sentence For Murder Of Laken Riley

Prosecution seeks severe sentence for Jose Ibarra in murder case, emphasizing gravity of charges and impact on victim's family. Public closely follows tria...

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Jose Ibarra Sentenced To Life In Prison For Murder

Jose Ibarra sentenced to life in prison without parole for Laken Riley's murder, bringing closure and accountability.

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