Laken Riley Act passes Senate, handing Trump first legislative victory

Published January 20, 2025 6:30pm ET



A bipartisan bill to crack down on illegal immigration cleared the Senate within hours of President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday, all but ensuring it will soon become law.

The Laken Riley Act, which passed 64-35, would require federal authorities to detain illegal immigrants charged or convicted of theft-related offenses until they can be deported.

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