Should we give the Dept. of Homeland Security authority to deport undocumented individuals believed to be in a gang?
Bill Summary
This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to undocumented immigrants associated with criminal gangs, strengthening the legislation around preventing criminal “alien” gang members from coming to the United States. Sponsor: Rep. Comstock, Barbara [R-VA-10]
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Opponents say
• This bill gives the Dept. of Homeland Security widespread authority to decide who is, or was. in a gang, and to deport them without challenge, preventing those accused from being able to appeal their case in a neutral court. This legislates massive deportation to take place without accountability.
Proponents say
• This bill strengthens systems to keep criminal aliens off American streets, such as giving law enforcement important tools to better deport undocumented gang members, and ensuring they are not eligible for immigration benefits, such as asylum, which are reserved for those most in need of protection.
