Senate passes Laken Riley Act in first move after Trump inauguration
- The Senate passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, shortly after President Donald Trump's inauguration.
- The bill received bipartisan support, passing 64-35, with 12 Democrats voting in favor, indicating a shift towards stricter immigration policies.
- The legislation allows states to challenge federal immigration decisions and will require significant funding, estimated at $100 billion, to implement.
- Critics warn that the bill could lead to chaos and undermine due process for legal immigrants, raising concerns about its broader impacts.
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