Clinton Signed Act That Allowed Deportation Without Judicial Hearing, Due Process

President Bill Clinton Signed The illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) of 1996 which allowed migrants to be deported with out a judicial hearing through a process called expedited removal.
124 out of 197 Democrats voted for the bill in the House.
While 32 out of 47 Democrats voted for the bill in the Senate.
Under the Act, An immigration officer from CBP determines if the migrant is inadmissible – either by not having a valid entry document or fraudulent entry.
The officer issues a removal order after a brief interview, often without legal counsel or review by a judge.
The migrant is then detained and deported, typically within days, unless they express a credible fear of persecution
No judicial hearing or appeal is provided. A supervisor reviews the officer’s decision, but this is an internal process within the agency.
Expedited removal does not apply to unaccompanied minors, lawful permanent residents, or those with valid visas.
Migrants claiming asylum undergo a “credible fear” interview with an asylum officer, and if found non - credible, they can be removed without an immigration hearing.
The illegal immigration act was a comprehensive overhaul of U.S. immigration policy aimed at strengthening border control, and enhancing enforcement.
One of its most significant provisions was the expansion of expedited removal.