All the Dems who switched their votes on the Laken Riley Act

New York Rep. Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres, also from New York, broke with many in his party to vote in favor of the act. Torres’ decision may indicate a growing awareness of the political risks of appearing lenient on immigration enforcement, especially in areas affected by rising crime rates.

Governor Kathy Hochul and MTA Chair & CEO Janno Lieber are joined by other officials at a groundbreaking ceremony at the future Parkchester Metro-North station, part of the future Penn Access project, on Friday, December 9, 2022. Via Wikimedia Commons.

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