Immigration Enforcement and Riot Offenders
U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw introduced a bill that would allow for the deportation of non-citizen immigrants who assault law enforcement officers during riots. The bill, known as the No Safe Harbor for Riot Offenders Act or the RIOT Act, aims to crack down on non-citizen rioters by mandating deportation and permanent inadmissibility.
Key Points
- Deportation of non-citizen immigrants who assault law enforcement officers during riots
- Mandatory detention and permanent removal for offenders
- Applies to all non-citizens, including DACA recipients and legal permanent residents
Pros
- Crackdown on non-citizen rioters who attack law enforcement officers
- Mandates deportation and permanent inadmissibility for offenders
Cons
- Potential impact on peaceful protesters who may unintentionally get caught up in a riot