Trump Signs the Laken Riley Act, the First Law of His Second Administration
Thursday, January 30th, 2025
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an immigration detention measure into law, marking the first legislative win of his second term as the Republican-led Congress angles to execute his agenda.
The House gave its final approval of the bill in a 263-156 vote last Wednesday, with 46 Democrats joining all Republicans in favor. The measure also passed the Senate last week in a 64-35 vote, with 12 Democrats breaking with their party to back it.
Trump opened his remarks with a victory lap, crediting his immigration agenda for his victory in the election and thanking the Republican and Democratic lawmakers who sent the bill to his desk.
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