House Passes H.R. 7909, 158 Democrats Oppose Deporting Illegal Immigrants Convicted of Sex Offenses, Domestic Violence

Sep 18, 2024, 11:20 PM

The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 7909, the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, on the House Floor, which mandates the immediate deportation of illegal immigrants convicted of sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or violation of a protection order. The bill, championed by Rep. Nancy Mace, aims to close loopholes in current legislation and ensure that convicted sex offenders and domestic abusers are not allowed to remain in the United States. The passage of the bill saw significant opposition, with 158 House Democrats voting against it. Proponents argue that the legislation is necessary to protect women and children from preventable crimes committed by illegal immigrants.