The House of Representatives passed the Laken Riley Act 264-159. Some critics say it could pose a threat to civil liberties while supporters say it will make the U.S. safer.

Laken Riley Act saw bipartisan support. Although criticized by civil and immigrant rights organizations, the bill passed Congress with backing from 12 swing state Democrats in the Senate.

Here are some things to know about the Laken Riley Act: Who was Laken Riley? Riley, 22, was a student at Augusta University College of Nursing when she went out for a run on Feb. 22, 2024.

Laken Riley Act saw bipartisan support. Although criticized by civil and immigrant rights organizations, the bill passed Congress with backing from 12 swing state Democrats in the Senate.

The Laken Riley Act directs Immigration and Customs Enforcement to detain illegal immigrants arrested or charged with theft-related crimes, or those accused of assaulting a police officer.

The Laken Riley Act is on its way to President Donald Trump's desk as the first bill he will sign into law. Here's what this strict immigration measure means for the undocumented. The immigration ...

The Laken Riley Act is the first piece of legislation to pass through the new Republican-controlled Congress and comes as a statement of the party's intent to tackle immigration quickly.

The act, which was passed by a 251-170 vote, is named after 22-year-old Laken Riley, a college nursing student who was recently killed on the campus of the University of Georgia. "Praise God!

Laken Riley Act saw bipartisan support Although criticized by civil and immigrant rights organizations, the bill passed Congress with backing from 12 swing state Democrats in the Senate.

The ACLU said it submitted requests for clarity on two issues related to immigration enforcement, but LVMPD has not provided ...