And just as President Trump signed off on those executive orders, members in Congress took action to advance the Lake and Riley Act. The bill is set to expand the federal government's authority to detain undocumented immigrants who have committed crimes. There have been zero bills before us to lower the cost of goods, food, gas, housing, like we were promised in November. But we've had several bills specifically going after the immigrant community. But we're going to protect everyone. 12 Senate Democrats voting with all Republicans to pass the proposal. (02:03–02:12)
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