GOP House Passes Deportation Bill Targeting Illegal Immigrants Who Assault Police

• The GOP-controlled House passed the Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act by a vote of 265 to 148.

• The bill, led by Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.), requires federal authorities to hold illegal immigrants accused of assaulting police in custody until deportation.

• The legislation creates a new inadmissibility category specifically for illegal immigrants who assault law enforcement.

• 54 Democrats crossed party lines to support the bill, while many opposed it.

• House Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer condemned Democrats for allegedly siding against law enforcement.

Polls Show Republicans Leading Democrats on Economic Issues

• Recent polls (CNN and Reuters/IPSOS) indicate the Republican Party holds an 8 to 12-point lead over Democrats regarding who has the better economic plan.

• CNN data analyst Harry Enten expressed surprise, noting Democrats have failed to capitalize on months of economic uncertainty and criticism of Trump’s tariff policies.

• Despite stock market volatility and tariff wars, Republicans maintain a strong advantage in economic perception, including among middle-class voters.

• The polls suggest that even with slightly lower Trump approval ratings, the GOP remains competitive due to economic leadership perceptions.