Attorney General Ashley Moody is strongly urging U.S. senators to pass the Laken Riley Act, which aims to detain criminal illegal aliens. The bill, which recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives, specifically targets illegal aliens charged with burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. Moody's call for action follows the tragic death of Laken Riley, a University of Georgia student allegedly murdered by a Venezuelan national who was in the country illegally.
Moody emphasized the urgency of passing the legislation, stating, “The Senate needs to pass the Laken Riley Act swiftly so we, as a nation, can begin to fix the countless problems this president has created.” She expressed frustration with the current immigration policies, highlighting the risks they pose to public safety.
A 26-state coalition of attorneys general echoed Moody's sentiments in a letter, pointing out the failures in the system that led to Riley’s death. The letter stated, “Riley’s death could have been prevented on multiple fronts, but the system failed her.” It highlighted instances where the alleged perpetrator, Jose Ibarra, had interactions with law enforcement before the tragic incident.
Moody previously took legal action against the Biden administration in 2021, criticizing their approach to deporting criminals. She stated, “The Biden administration’s reckless policy of refusing to do their jobs and deport criminals, places all those gains and Floridians' public safety at risk.” Moody's efforts align with the coalition's belief that the Laken Riley Act is a crucial step in combating illegal immigration and protecting Americans.
The coalition's letter concluded with a poignant message, “Laken Riley should still be alive. Let her memory be used to protect others before it’s too late.” The attorneys general from various states stand united in their call for the Senate to advance the bill swiftly to prevent further tragedies like Laken Riley's death.