Megyn Kelly Critiques Republican Support for Immigration Legislation

Megyn Kelly has voiced strong criticism of Republicans backing bipartisan immigration initiatives, particularly hitting out at the Dignity Act, which she labels as a deceptive amnesty plan meant to allow millions of undocumented immigrants to stay in the country.

During her show on SiriusXM, she remarked, “With all the international news taking center stage, they’re now trying to push quick decisions on us here in Congress.” She even suggested it could be called the “betrayal bill.”

The conservative commentator cautioned that if the bill passes, it could have significant repercussions.

“The so-called Dignity Act would facilitate the continuation of millions of illegal immigrants living in America,” she explained.

Kelly expressed frustration that the legislation has backing from Republican lawmakers.

“What are Republicans thinking by co-sponsoring an amnesty bill?” she questioned.

The Dignity Act, introduced by Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), has garnered support across party lines, including 19 Republicans and 20 Democrats.

Kelly dismissed the bill’s provisions that tie legal status for undocumented immigrants to heightened border security, arguing that similar attempts in the past have consistently failed.

“This is the typical rhetoric from pro-amnesty Republicans—’Oh…we’ll be tougher…and that’s how we pay for amnesty,'” she stated.

“It never pans out that way… You end up with amnesty but without any real border control.”

She warned that any law enforcement benefits would be fleeting.

“The moment a Democrat is back in the White House, the borders will be wide open again,” she remarked.

“Now isn’t the right time to discuss amnesty. What are we even doing?”

Kelly also criticized provisions that let some immigrants stay in the U.S. without the risk of deportation.

“I don’t care if they fear deportation,” she stated. “Who isn’t worried about being deported? An American?”

According to her, those fearing deportation should “return home to Ecuador. They won’t actually be deported, it’ll be fine.”

“This is something the far left is focused on,” Kelly added.

“Why is this becoming a priority for Republicans?” she questioned.

Salazar has defended the Dignity Act, saying it aims to give undocumented immigrants residing in the U.S. for over five years “an opportunity to work, pay restitution, follow the law, and achieve legal status.”

Individuals who entered the U.S. illegally as minors would qualify for 10 years of “conditional permanent resident status,” allowing them a “pathway to adjust to lawful permanent resident status,” provided they meet certain criteria like background checks and restitution payments.

Additionally, the legislation seeks to enhance immigration enforcement by mandating that all U.S. employers electronically verify their workers’ statuses, creating a comprehensive approach for the southern border, and ensuring asylum cases are resolved within 60 days.

The Dignity Act is currently under consideration in committee.

The newspaper contacted Salazar for her response.