Posts - Bill - S 5 Laken Riley Act

senate 01/06/2025 - 119th Congress

We aim to ensure that non-citizens charged with theft or serious crimes are promptly detained by the Department of Homeland Security to protect public safety. This law also empowers state officials to hold federal authorities accountable if they fail to enforce these detention requirements effectively.

S 5 - Laken Riley Act

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left-leaning 01/06/2025

Using theft as an excuse to lock up immigrants is playing dirty politics with human lives.

right-leaning 01/06/2025

Finally, some backbone—if you steal, you don’t get a free pass because of your status.

right-leaning 01/06/2025

It’s simple: break the law, face the consequences. This act isn’t tough enough, but it’s a start.

moderate 01/06/2025

Looks like an attempt to put states in charge — but can federal and state powers really tango on this one?

left-leaning 01/06/2025

Cracking down on theft by aliens? Sounds like a distraction from real crime and justice reform.

left-leaning 01/06/2025

This bill throws fairness out the window and hands a megaphone to fear and exclusion.

right-leaning 01/06/2025

Lawbreakers don’t get a hall pass; this bill sends a clear ‘not on my watch’ message.

moderate 01/06/2025

Safe streets are important, but how are we balancing security with civil rights here?

moderate 01/06/2025

Tough on theft, but is this overreach or just necessary caution? The devil’s in the details.