Two Democratic candidates running for governor in New Jersey faced criticism for not voting on a bill that would require the detention of illegal immigrants convicted of theft-related crimes. The bill, known as the Laken Riley Act, was passed by the House. Both candidates, Reps. Mikie Sherrill and Josh Gottheimer, said they supported the bill's intent but chose not to vote. This decision drew criticism from both Democrats and Republicans vying for the governor's seat.
Two Democrats in the 2025 race to succeed term-limited New Jersey Gov. Philip Murphy did not cast votes this week in Congress on the Laken Riley Act , leading them to be lambasted by gubernatorial candidates from both parties. The House Clerk’s office recorded Reps.
With the Laken Riley Act scoring 48 Democratic 'yea’s,' Bramnick said immigration is a bipartisan issue. If elected governor, he said he would 'follow the law' when asked how he would approach President-elect Trump or border czar-designate Tom Homan. 'Unfortunately, the Congress hasn’t done anything to a path to citizenship for people who may have an opportunity to stay here,' he said, discussing those who have lived in the U.S.
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