Sen. Jon Tester's stance on the Laken Riley Act
Sen. Jon Tester changes his stance on the Laken Riley Act, now supporting the Republican-led legislation after previously voting against it as an amendment. His opponent criticizes him for the flip-flop.
Key Points
- Tester previously voted against the Laken Riley Act as an amendment in March
- He is now co-sponsoring the bill
- Critics accuse him of flip-flopping for political gain
Pros
- Tester now supports legislation that aims to address illegal aliens charged with specific crimes
Cons
- Tester's change in stance could be seen as politically motivated