GOP bill would make Illegal immigrant murderers eligible for death penalty

Rep. Morgan Luttrell, a House Republican from Texas, is taking a bold stance on the issue of illegal immigrants who commit murder in the United States. He is introducing a new bill called the Justice for Victims of Illegal Alien Murder Act, which aims to create a new category of federal criminal offenses specifically targeting convicted murderers who are in the country illegally. The bill would make these criminals eligible for life in prison or the death penalty if convicted of first-degree murder.

This proposed legislation would give federal prosecutors more authority to pursue cases involving illegal immigrants who commit heinous crimes, even in states where the death penalty has been abolished. Rep. Luttrell believes that holding these individuals accountable at the federal level is crucial, especially in light of a tragic case in Texas in 2023 where a man who had been deported multiple times was arrested for killing five people in the US.

The inspiration for this bill also stems from President Donald Trump’s executive order in January, which called for the death penalty for illegal immigrants who commit serious crimes and for those who murder police officers. Rep. Luttrell is determined to address the issue of illegal immigrants committing violent crimes in the country and believes that this legislation is a necessary step in ensuring justice for the victims.

The bill has garnered support from several House Republican co-sponsors, including Republican Study Committee Chair August Pfluger. Rep. Luttrell is hopeful that some Democrats will also back the bill, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan cooperation on this critical issue. He believes that working together to address border security and crime committed by illegal immigrants is essential for meeting the expectations of the American people.

As this legislation moves forward, it will be interesting to see how it progresses through the legislative process and whether it garners widespread support. The issue of illegal immigrants committing violent crimes is a complex and sensitive one, but Rep. Luttrell and his co-sponsors are committed to tackling it head-on. Stay tuned for updates on the Justice for Victims of Illegal Alien Murder Act and its impact on federal law enforcement efforts.

Elizabeth Elkind is a politics reporter for Fox News Digital covering the House of Representatives. You can follow her on Twitter at @liz_elkind and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com.