Senate Backs Immigration

A considerable number of Senate Democrats joined Republicans on Thursday to move forward a GOP-sponsored bill mandating the detention of undocumented immigrants accused of specific offenses – a crucial move that places the legislation close to being passed. The result of the vote occurs as Democrats face pressure to demonstrate their commitment to immigration following an election period during which Republicans labeled the party as ineffective on border issues. Following Trump’s victory, Democrats in battleground states and districts have stated that the party needs to take greater action to tackle voter worries regarding the matter. The legislation would mandate the apprehension of undocumented immigrants accused of theft or breaking and entering. The law is named in honor of a Georgia student who was murdered last year while jogging. A Venezuelan undocumented migrant was found guilty and given a life sentence without the possibility of parole in a case that sparked a nationwide discussion about immigration and criminal activity.