Fetterman Warns Failed Senate Vote Could Explain Democratic Losses

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Sen. **John Fetterman** expressed on Fox News that failure to pass the **Laken Riley Act** could indicate the reasons behind the **Democratic Party's** loss in 2024.
The House recently approved the bill, aimed at detaining migrants charged with theft, which is moving to the Senate needing at least **seven Democratic votes** to pass.
The bill is named after **Riley**, who was killed by a Venezuelan migrant previously charged with shoplifting.
Some Democrats, including **Rep. Jamie Raskin**, criticized the bill for its implications on detaining individuals merely accused, arguing it demonizes migrants.
Fetterman stressed the need for **border security** while maintaining a pro-immigration stance, noting that if the Senate cannot secure votes, it signifies deeper issues for the party.

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