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Trump Signs Laken Riley Act, Announces Migrant Detention Plan At Guantanamo Bay

In a landmark legislative victory, U.S. President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law on Wednesday, mandating pre-trial detention for illegal migrants accused of theft, burglary, or shoplifting. The bill, named after Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, passed the House with a 263-156 vote, including support from 46 Democrats, after the Senate approved it 64-35 in a rare bipartisan moment.

Trump: “America Will Never Forget Laken Hope Riley”

At the bill signing ceremony, Trump called it a historic move to protect American lives, stating:

  • “This is a very important law, something that has brought Democrats and Republicans together. America will never, ever forget Laken Hope Riley.”
  • He thanked Republican and Democratic supporters, while warning those who opposed it would regret their decision.

Trump’s Next Move: Guantanamo Bay Migrant Detention Center

Alongside the Laken Riley Act, Trump announced a controversial executive order to prepare a 30,000-bed detention facility at Guantanamo Bay for deported migrants.

  • The facility in Cuba, historically used to house terror suspects, will now detain criminal illegal immigrants deemed a threat to American citizens.
  • Trump justified the move, saying:
    • “Some of them are so bad, we don’t even trust their home countries to hold them. So, we’re going to send them to Guantanamo. It’s a tough place to get out of.”

Guantanamo Bay: A Controversial Choice

  • The Biden administration had worked to wind down operations at Guantanamo, which currently houses 15 detainees from the war on terror.
  • The facility has long been criticized for allegations of human rights abuses and torture, making its use for migrant detention highly contentious.

A New Era of Immigration Crackdown?

  • The Laken Riley Act and Guantanamo Bay detention signal Trump’s aggressive stance on illegal immigration ahead of the 2025 election cycle.
  • With bipartisan support for the bill but strong opposition from immigration advocates, the move is expected to spark legal and political battles in the coming weeks.

With the immigration debate heating up, Trump’s policies could have far-reaching consequences for the future of border security, criminal justice, and human rights in America. Will his hardline approach be embraced or challenged?

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