House passes bill to increase penalties for illegal re-entry to U.S.
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The House passed legislation that would create harsher prison sentences for immigrants who repeatedly enter the United States without permission or documentation.
Breakdown
- The House passed a bill to increase penalties for repeated illegal entry into the U.S. 5s
- The Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025 sets a mandatory minimum five-year prison term and allows for life sentences in certain cases. 17s
- The bill passed with some bipartisan support, including 11 Democrats voting in favor. 43s
- Critics argue the bill is costly and may not effectively deter illegal immigration. 1m 14s
- The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. 2m 7s