Senate Passes Laken Riley Act 64-35 to Reverse Border Policies; Bill Moves to House

Jan 20, 2025, 11:35 PM

On January 20, 2025, the U.S. Senate passed the Laken Riley Act with a bipartisan vote of 64-35, marking the first legislative action after President Trump's inauguration. The bill aims to reverse the open border policies of the last four years and is considered a critical step toward securing the border and enhancing national safety. It will now return to the House of Representatives for a vote on the amended version. Senators emphasize that this legislation will save lives and are pleased it will be among the first bills sent to President Trump's desk to be signed into law.