Collins Delivers Trump’s First Legislative Win
When legislation addresses critical needs in our communities, it warrants acknowledgment. Today, I want to discuss the Laken Riley Act and recognize Congressman Mike Collins for his role in advancing this bill.
The Laken Riley Act is a significant step toward enhancing public safety. Named in honor of Laken Riley, a Georgia nursing student whose tragic death highlighted gaps in immigration enforcement, this legislation mandates the detention of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes. It also empowers state attorneys general to sue the federal government for failures in immigration enforcement that result in harm to states or individuals.
The passage of the Laken Riley Act marks a milestone not just for public safety but also for the legislative agenda of the Trump administration. Congressman Mike Collins delivered a significant achievement by securing the first legislative win for President Trump. This accomplishment signals a new chapter of productive governance and legislative action.
What makes this victory even more noteworthy is the bipartisan support the Laken Riley Act received. Despite a polarized political climate, lawmakers from both sides of the aisle recognized the importance of the bill and worked together to ensure its passage. This cooperation underscores the shared commitment to addressing issues that affect the safety and security of our communities.
By guiding this legislation to success, Congressman Collins has demonstrated the power of collaboration and persistence in advancing meaningful policy. The bipartisan nature of this achievement provides a hopeful reminder that, even amidst partisan divides, progress is possible when leaders focus on the needs of the people.
Performative bullshit.
Let’s not jerk each other off here. This law exists for one reason. A pretty white girl got killed by a brown-skinned immigrant.
If Laken had been killed by a blue-eyed white boy from Alabama, nobody would care. One more shooting. One more thought. One more prayer.
If Laken Riley would have instead been Maria Hernandez, nobody would care. One more shooting on on page 4. Thoughts and prayers not included.
Performative bullshit.
Kids die in school shootings: nothing changes, no new laws to protect them.
Women get murdered by domestic abuser husbands who are out on bail: nothing changes, no new laws to protect them.
But goddamn, pretty young white girl gets killed by an illegal immigrant and suddenly y’all will move heaven and earth to pass a law.
Performative. Bullshit.
It is weird that you want to somehow marginalize Laken Riley. What a disgusting take. Calling a law performative when if it had been in effect when Jose Ibarra got caught shoplifting would have prevented her murder is simply bizarre.
Further, In Georgia, there have been specific efforts to address school safety. Your take is verifiably flawed.