The Laken Riley Act, named after a young woman whose death has become a rallying point for immigration reform, is a new piece of legislation making waves in the U.S. Congress. It’s the first major bill the Republican-led House is sending to President Trump’s desk, and it focuses squarely on immigration enforcement.

The law directs authorities to deport immigrants who are accused—not necessarily convicted—of specific crimes if they’re in the country illegally. The bill lists crimes like burglary, theft, assaulting a police officer, and any offense resulting in death or injury. What’s different is that it mandates deportation even if the person hasn’t been found guilty—only arrested, charged, or admitting to the crime.

This move comes as part of a broader push by Republicans to tighten border control and crack down on illegal immigration. President Trump has already taken executive action to limit the flow of migrants, and the Laken Riley Act is just the beginning. GOP leaders say more measures are on the way to speed up and expand enforcement.

Democrats, however, have raised serious concerns. They argue the bill unfairly targets immigrants whose only offense might be entering the U.S. without permission. Still, some Democrats voted in favor of the bill, signaling their desire to win back voters worried about illegal immigration.

The bill also grants state attorneys general the power to sue federal officials if