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House Passes Controversial Deporting Fraudsters Act Amid Opposition

3/19/2026

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On March 19, 2026, the U.S. House passed the Deporting Fraudsters Act by a 231-186 vote, targeting illegal immigrants involved in welfare fraud.
Rep. David Taylor (R-Ohio) sponsored the bill, which drew opposition from most Democrats who argued it undermines due process by deporting before conviction.
Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.) called for action after reports of widespread fraud, while the legislation faces Senate opposition and is unlikely to pass.

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On March 19, 2026, the U.S. House passed the Deporting Fraudsters Act by a 231-186 vote, targeting illegal immigrants involved in welfare fraud.
Rep. David Taylor (R-Ohio) sponsored the bill, which drew opposition from most Democrats who argued it undermines due process by deporting before conviction.
Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.) called for action after reports of widespread fraud, while the legislation faces Senate opposition and is unlikely to pass.