Criminal Alien Gang Member Removal Act

The Criminal Alien Gang Member Removal Act creates new grounds for denying entry to or deporting immigrants who are or have been members of gangs that commit specific crimes. It defines "criminal gang" as a group of 5+ people engaging in ongoing criminal activity like drug trafficking, violence, or human trafficking. The Secretary of Homeland Security can designate groups as criminal gangs, with procedures for review and potential revocation. Gang members would face mandatory detention and lose eligibility for asylum, temporary protected status, special visas, and parole (except when assisting law enforcement). The law applies to both current and past gang activities, regardless of when the crimes occurred.