Tag: u_s_department_of_homeland_security

ICE Apprehends Child Predators, Violent Criminals, and Drug Traffickers

8 May 2026 4:09 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested multiple criminal illegal aliens for severe crimes, including child sexual abuse, assault on a pregnant woman, and drug trafficking, reaffirming its commitment to removing violent offenders from communities.

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ICE Seeks Custody of Alleged Serial Rapist from Indiana Officials

8 May 2026 1:36 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

ICE has lodged a detainer with Indiana officials, requesting the transfer of Leonel Catalan Torreblanca, an alleged serial rapist from Mexico, who faces 30 charges in Indianapolis, for deportation.

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Honduran Murder Fugitive Arrested by ICE in New Jersey

7 May 2026 8:32 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

ICE officers in New Jersey have arrested a Honduran national wanted on an international warrant for murder. The Department of Homeland Security highlighted the arrest while criticizing media portrayals of 'non-criminal' illegal aliens.

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DHS Releases Video Highlighting Hit-and-Run Victim Carissa Aspnes and VOICE Office Support Services

7 May 2026 1:37 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security released a video detailing the severe injuries sustained by Carissa Aspnes in a 2025 hit-and-run. The release highlights the VOICE office, which provides support services to victims of crimes involving undocumented immigrants.

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DHS Urges Dane County to Honor Detainer for Suspect Charged with Assaulting Elderly Patients

6 May 2026 6:32 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has lodged a detainer requesting Dane County officials hold a Nicaraguan national charged with sexually assaulting elderly residents at an assisted living facility, urging local politicians to cooperate with federal authorities.

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DHS Criticizes Minnesota Board of Pardons for Pardoning Man Facing Deportation

6 May 2026 5:13 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has criticized the Minnesota Board of Pardons for unanimously pardoning At Xayasounethone Chandee. The decision removes the assault convictions that previously cost Chandee his green card and made him eligible for deportation.

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ICE Arrests Suspect Facing Child Sex Charges Following Release by Fairfax County Court

5 May 2026 12:08 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

ICE arrested a Guatemalan national facing felony child rape charges after Fairfax County officials ignored a federal detainer and released him. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over Virginia's sanctuary policies limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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ICE Arrests UK National Facing Felony Animal Torture Charges in Las Vegas

4 May 2026 2:40 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has taken custody of a UK national who overstayed his visa and faces four felony charges for allegedly torturing dogs at a Las Vegas animal shelter.

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ICE Arrests Undocumented Immigrants Convicted of Serious Crimes

13 Apr 2026 5:34 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apprehended multiple undocumented immigrants over the weekend who had prior convictions for offenses including rape, child sexual abuse, and assault with a deadly weapon.

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ICE Arrests Armed Repeat Offender Outside Houston Office

2 Oct 2025 6:22 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Jose Andres Rodriguez-Torres, a Mexican national with a history of illegal entry and criminal activity, was apprehended outside the ICE Houston Field Office with a knife and crack pipe.

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Media Monitor: The Hindu Reports New U.S. Tariffs on India Take Effect

27 Aug 2025 12:59 a.m. · Source: The Hindu

The Hindu reports that tariffs imposed on India by the U.S. are set to take effect. India is bracing for the impact of the tariff, with exporters expecting a sharp fall in business to the U.S.

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Illegal Alien Arrested in Florida for Alleged Aggravated Battery Against Pregnant Woman

22 Aug 2025 3:16 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

ICE has placed an immigration detainer on Noel Gerardo Niz-Marroquin, an illegal alien from Guatemala, after his arrest in Florida for allegedly assaulting a pregnant woman.

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ICE Arrests Two Illegal Aliens Following Fatal Car Crashes in Maine

21 Aug 2025 2:14 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS reports two Angolan citizens in the U.S. illegally were involved in separate car accidents in Maine, resulting in two pedestrian deaths. Both had overstayed their visas and were arrested by ICE.

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DHS Honors Illinois Woman Killed by Illegal Alien

8 Aug 2025 4:41 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security releases a video honoring Katie Abraham, killed in Illinois by an illegal alien charged with DUI. The DHS criticizes sanctuary policies and highlights other victims of crimes by illegal aliens.

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ICE Lodges Arrest Detainer for Illegal Alien in Fatal New Jersey Crash

2 Aug 2025 10:21 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Raul Luna Perez, an illegal alien with prior arrests, caused a fatal crash in New Jersey, killing a mother and daughter. ICE has lodged an arrest detainer.

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US and Chile Sign Biometric Data Sharing Agreement

30 Jul 2025 1:52 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The US and Chile agree to share biometric data to track criminals and terrorists. The Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program aims to prevent dangerous individuals from crossing borders.

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Violent Crime Falls in US Cities Amid ICE Efforts

28 Jul 2025 4:21 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS reports a drop in violent crime in multiple US cities during the first half of 2025. ICE credits its efforts to remove criminal illegal aliens for the improved public safety.

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US and Argentina Begin Visa Waiver Program Discussions

28 Jul 2025 12:10 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The US and Argentina are working together to allow Argentina to rejoin the Visa Waiver Program. Argentina was removed from the Visa Waiver Program in 2002.

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ICE Arrests Illegal Alien in Chicago for Concealing and Abusing Body of Missing Woman

20 Jul 2025 5:02 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

ICE arrests Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, an illegal alien, in Chicago for concealing the body of Megan Bos. Judge Randie Bruno released him, but he is now in custody. The VOICE office has been relaunched.

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DHS Rescues Children, Arrests Hundreds in California Marijuana Grow Site Operation

14 Jul 2025 6:03 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS rescues 14 migrant children from exploitation and arrests 361 illegal aliens in California marijuana grow site operations. Criminal aliens with prior convictions were also apprehended.

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ICE Detains Mexican Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., Alleged Sinaloa Cartel Affiliate

3 Jul 2025 1:52 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., allegedly tied to the Sinaloa Cartel, has been detained by ICE and faces expedited removal due to an active arrest warrant in Mexico.

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