Staff Reports
In a shocking turn of events, over half of the House Democratic Caucus callously turned their backs on justice by voting against the Laken Riley Act. The bill, named after a tragic nursing student who was brutally murdered by an illegal immigrant, aimed to ensure that criminals like her assailant are detained. But, unsurprisingly, 170 House Democrats decided that protecting illegal immigrants was more important than seeking justice for an innocent victim.
The story of Laken Riley is one of heartbreak and loss, yet the Democratic Party seems determined to prioritize their own partisan agenda over the safety and security of American citizens. Democratic Rep. Jerrold Nadler’s dismissive remarks about the bill show just how out of touch the left has become. Instead of honoring Laken’s memory and standing up for law and order, they chose to play politics with people’s lives.
170 Dems vote against GOP-led bill that would require illegal immigrant criminals to be detained https://t.co/YVrCyS3L17
— Bo Snerdley (@BoSnerdley) March 8, 2024
Thankfully, there were 214 Republicans who had the courage to stand up for what is right and pass the bill. Led by Republican Rep. Mike Collins, who represents the district where this horrific crime took place, these lawmakers showed that they are committed to upholding the rule of law and protecting American citizens.
The fate of the Laken Riley Act now rests in the hands of the Democratic-led Senate. Will Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the White House choose to continue putting illegal immigrants above the safety of Americans? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the fight for justice and security is far from over.
It is truly disheartening to see the Democratic Party prioritize the well-being of criminals over law-abiding citizens. The Laken Riley Act is a crucial step towards ensuring that tragedies like this never happen again. It is time for our elected officials to prioritize the safety and security of Americans above all else.
