A standing ovation filled the House chamber as President Trump honored Delilah Coleman, the young survivor of a devastating crash linked to illegal immigration. In his State of the Union, he unveiled the ‘Delilah Law,’ urging swift passage to stop states like California from issuing commercial driver’s licenses to those in the country illegally.
Delilah’s ordeal began on a California road in June 2024. Pratap Singh, undocumented after sneaking across the Mexican border in 2022, was behind the wheel of a speeding semi-truck. Ignoring construction warnings he reportedly couldn’t comprehend due to language barriers, Singh plowed into stopped traffic, injuring many—including tiny Delilah.
Medical experts delivered crushing news: she’d never walk, speak, or lead a normal life. Against all odds, she’s now thriving in school and walking with determination. Trump, voice steady with resolve, shared her triumph to drive home his point on immigration perils. Present in the gallery, Delilah beamed as her dad hoisted her high to thunderous applause.
The President laid blame squarely: Biden’s policies let Singh in, and pro-open-border officials greenlit his CDL. Trump warned of widespread risks—non-English speakers navigating without grasping speed limits, dangers, or routes. Homeland Security verified Singh’s role, amplifying calls for reform.
This isn’t isolated; it’s symptomatic of deeper systemic flaws, Trump asserted. The ‘Delilah Law’ promises federal intervention, overriding lenient state practices to safeguard roads. As the nation watches Delilah’s recovery, her story fuels momentum for change, challenging Congress to prioritize American safety over political divides.