The House passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring detention of migrants arrested for theft, burglary, or shoplifting, named after a Georgia student killed by a migrant previously arrested for shoplifting.
The bill, passed 264-159 with bipartisan support, mandates detention upon arrest rather than after conviction, raising concerns about due process among critics. Supporters argue it strengthens border security and prevents repeat offenses.
The legislation faces uncertainty in the Senate, where it requires 60 votes to pass. However, bipartisan backing from Senators John Fetterman and Gary Peters signals possible momentum for the bill.
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