A trio of Republican senators, in coordination with the White House, has introduced new legislation aimed at dramatically accelerating the deportation of undocumented immigrants from the United States. The bill, titled the “Rapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) Act,” seeks to mandate that removal proceedings be concluded within 15 days.
Senators Ashley Moody (R-FL), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Ted Budd (R-NC) introduced the measure, arguing it is a critical tool needed for the Trump administration to address the consequences of what they describe as the previous administration’s failed border policies.
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The bill is also cosponsored by Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX).
The core of the REMOVE Act would require the U.S. Attorney General to finalize an individual’s removal case within 15 days after they have been served with a Notice to Appear, the official document that commences deportation proceedings.
“Under Joe Biden’s failed leadership, we saw the largest wave of illegal immigration in our nation’s history, forcing communities across Tennessee and America to bear the consequences,” said Senator Blackburn in a statement. “With a record number of illegal aliens now living in the United States, President Trump must have every tool necessary to remove them quickly from our country.”
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The legislation has received strong backing from the Trump White House. Stephen Miller, Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security Advisor, framed the bill as an essential component of a broader strategy.
“The REMOVE Act is critical legislation that will help us fulfill our mass deportation operation and get gang members, cartels, and violent criminals off the streets,” Miller stated. He emphasized that the bill, combined with other administration efforts, “will ensure we permanently secure the border.”
The senators echoed this sentiment, casting the bill as a direct response to a national security crisis.
“Joe Biden’s dereliction of duty with regard to the southern border allowed dangerous criminals to invade every state across this nation,” said Senator Moody. “President Trump has acted quickly and successfully in reversing Biden’s failures, but there is still so much to do. This legislation is critical to build upon those early successes.”
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Senator Budd added, “Under the Biden administration’s watch, millions of illegal aliens entered our country, compromising our national security and overwhelming our communities. Now, President Trump is stepping in to restore order.”
The proposed 15-day timeline marks a significant departure from the current immigration court system, where cases can often take months, or even years, to reach a conclusion due to extensive backlogs. Supporters argue this rapid timeline is necessary to uphold the integrity of the nation’s immigration laws and ensure swift removal for those ordered deported.
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