
A bill targeting illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes passed the House with bipartisan support, but 158 Democrats voted against it, sparking outrage from Republican lawmakers. The Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, authored by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC), passed 266-158.
The legislation focuses on deporting illegal immigrants guilty of sexual offenses or domestic violence. Critics of the 158 Democrats who opposed the measure accused them of prioritizing political agendas over protecting women and children.
🚨158 Democrats just voted against deporting illegal immigrants convicted of s*x crimes.
Nancy Mace tried to pass a bill to protect women & children… Dems blocked it.
Remember that next time they claim to care about “safety.” pic.twitter.com/LqGWDgIzUP
— TheCalvinReport (@TheCalvinReport) January 5, 2025
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) argued that the bill scapegoats immigrants and fails to address systemic issues. Her remarks drew sharp criticism from Republicans, who highlighted the importance of enforcing laws to prevent violent crimes.
Nancy Mace exposing the 158 Democrats that voted against deporting all illegal immigrants who committed s*x crimes
Only criminals are afraid of the law. pic.twitter.com/wPVKySRbuP
— Alistair Pallesen (@yzimng2) January 5, 2025
Here is the video of what Mike Lee is referencing from Nancy Mace
US Rep Nancy Mace “We need to stop illegals from hunting our women. We're having a vote — HR 7909 — We would immediately deport illegals who harm women and kids”
158 Democrats voted and BLOCKED HR 7909 pic.twitter.com/Ug7MgPjUmW
— Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) January 5, 2025
Mace’s sponsorship of the bill comes as her own record is questioned. Who has distanced herself from Trump, she proposed confronting rioters during the January 6 protests to gain media attention. Despite reported efforts to gain notoriety grandstanding against Trump over that day, Mace has since sought his support, raising skepticism about her motivations.
There is no excuse. Please post the list of people who opposed this law and want to keep illegals who are convicted sex offenders in America.
They all need to be voted out of office. Every one of them. https://t.co/nuimP3Hsm1
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 5, 2025
Here are the 158 Democrats who opposed the deportation of illegal immigrants for sex offenses: pic.twitter.com/clZwJxxRUa
— Defiant L’s (@DefiantLs) January 5, 2025
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— Rothmus 🏴 (@Rothmus) January 4, 2025
Democrats who supported the bill included Reps. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) and Marie Gluesenkamp-Perez (D-WA). Their votes underscore bipartisan concerns about crimes linked to illegal immigration.
Good morning to everyone except the 158 Democrats who voted against deporting s*x offenders.
— TaraBull (@TaraBull808) January 5, 2025
This vote follows other GOP initiatives addressing public safety and immigration, key issues in debates over border policy.