The Laken Riley Act is a United States law that requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to detain illegal immigrants [1] charged with or convicted of theft-related crimes, [2] …

Jan 3, 2025 · Laken Riley Act. This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain certain non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) who have been arrested for …

10 hours ago · The Laken Riley Act, named for the slain nursing school student who was attacked and killed by a Venezuelan citizen who had entered the U.S. illegally, is the first legislative win …

6 days ago · Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., center, is joined by Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., the GOP whip, left, and Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., as they talk to reporters about the Laken Riley Act, a …

1 day ago · President Donald Trump walks through the Cross Hall as he arrives to sign the Laken Riley Act in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Jan. 29, 2025. Roberto …

10 hours ago · President Trump on Wednesday signed the Laken Riley Act into law, marking his first legislative victory since he returned to the White House after he campaigned on …

8 hours ago · The Laken Riley Act requires the Department of Homeland Security, which includes ICE, to detain undocumented immigrants arrested for burglary, theft, larceny or shoplifting. …

1 day ago · The Laken Riley Act, as the law is known, directs the authorities to detain and deport immigrants who are accused — not yet convicted — of specific crimes, if they are in the …

Jan 7, 2025 · The bill, known as the “Laken Riley Act,” would require the detention of undocumented migrants charged with theft or burglary. The legislation is named after a …

10 hours ago · The Laken Riley Act is the first bill President Trump signed into law Wednesday after returning to office — an early victory for his immigration policy agenda.. Why it matters: …