The No Asylum For Criminals Act of 2025, spearheaded by freshman Representative Mark Harris of North Carolina, seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to bar individuals convicted of felonies or misdemeanors from obtaining asylum in the United States. This initiative is part of a broader Republican strategy to address the challenges at the southern border.
As reported by The Washington Examiner, Harris's proposal is the latest in a series of legislative efforts targeting illegal immigration. Previous measures, such as the Laken Riley Act and the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, have already been reintroduced and passed by the House. Harris emphasized the necessity of his bill, stating it would "end the abuse of our asylum laws and restore integrity of our immigration system." He further argued, "Asylum should be reserved for individuals who need it because of persecution — not granted to violent criminals."
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The bill has garnered support from several Republican lawmakers, including Representatives Nancy Mace of South Carolina, Randy Weber of Texas, Barry Moore of Alabama, Marlin Stutzman of Illinois, Chuck Edwards of North Carolina, Keith Self of Texas, Andy Biggs of Arizona, and Andy Ogles of Tennessee. Additionally, the Immigration Accountability Project has thrown its weight behind the legislation.
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Harris's stance aligns with the broader Republican agenda, which has been heavily influenced by former President Donald Trump's focus on border security. During the 2024 election, many Republican candidates, including Harris, echoed Trump's campaign themes. With Republicans now holding a trifecta, there has been a concerted effort to fast-track immigration-related bills, particularly those that would enshrine Trump's executive orders into law.
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Despite the administration's aggressive rhetoric, the reality of immigration enforcement is more nuanced. While Trump promised "millions and millions" of deportations, the highest single-day total of arrests during his tenure was 1,100.
Moreover, data from the White House reveals that out of over 8,000 immigrants arrested in the initial weeks of Trump's second term, 461 were subsequently released. This highlights the complexities and challenges inherent in the immigration system, even as lawmakers push for stricter measures.
