WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that requires the detainment of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, marking the first legislation that President Donald Trump can sign as Congress, with some bipartisan support, swiftly moved in line with his plans to crackdown on illegal immigration.
I am not sure what this bill actually changes. Do we not already detain anyone accused of theft or violent crimes? How would them being an unauthorized migrant even be a known factor unless they have already been detained?
It will certainly embolden some people to snitch, which is likely the intention.
Imagine explainingthis to your kids. Explain that changes are happening and they maybe taken to a jail. While we give the passport cards, make sure they have paper money, lawyer’s, and family’s numbers; just in case.
To make it easier, if you are a minorty usa citizen, attach something show you are. Like a big bright object, maybe bullseye or star shape. That way we can avoid the confusion.