The House Judiciary Committee is set to mark up several bills, including HR 7343, which would mandate the deportation of illegal aliens who assault law enforcement officers. This comes in response to the beating of NYPD officers by illegal immigrants in February.
Key Points
HR 7343 mandates the deportation of illegal aliens who assault law enforcement officers
Response to the beating of NYPD officers by illegal immigrants in February
Pros
Protects law enforcement officers from assault by illegal aliens
Sends a strong message against violence towards law enforcement
Cons
May lead to increased tensions and divisiveness in the immigration debate