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Progreso CBP officers detain fugitive wanted for alleged child rape

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Progreso Port of Entry have detained a man wanted in New Mexico for an alleged sexual crime against a child.


AMO intercepts vessel carrying cocaine off Puerto Rican coast

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, intercepted a vessel near southwestern Puerto Rico on Tuesday.


CBP intercepts over $639K worth of cocaine at Hidalgo Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge have intercepted narcotics valued at over $639,000.


Philadelphia traveler loses Global Entry after failing to declare $183k in goods

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reported an incident involving a Global Entry member at Philadelphia International Airport.


Kristi Noem visits Costa Rica for discussions on border security

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem recently visited Costa Rica to emphasize the importance of international cooperation in preventing violent criminal illegal aliens from entering the United States.


Convicted child rapist evades ICE with help from activists

After an incident involving anti-ICE activists in Colorado, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a warning to the public regarding Jose Reyes Leon-Deras, a convicted child rapist and criminal illegal alien.


Tampa firms join ICE's IMAGE program for enhanced workforce compliance

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Tampa has entered into agreements with two Tampa-based companies, Ruri Software Technologies and Famous Technologies, Inc., under the ICE Mutual Agreement Between...


Ice announces progress in global crackdown on online child sexual exploitation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with international partners, has provided a significant update on Operation Renewed Hope III.


Six charged over multi-state consignment shop burglaries

Six individuals have been charged following an investigation by ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Newark, accused of conspiring to transport stolen property from burglarized consignment shops across several states.


Salvadoran man faces federal charges for illegal reentry into Massachusetts

Federal charges have been filed against a 32-year-old Salvadoran man following an operation by ICE Boston.


Canadian national dies while in U.S. immigration custody

Johnny Noviello, a 49-year-old Canadian citizen in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), was pronounced dead by the Miami Fire Rescue Department on June 23 at 1:36 p.m. The cause of death is under investigation.


Nigerian scammer couple sentenced for defrauding elderly out of $3 million

An illegal immigrant from Nigeria and his wife have been sentenced for their roles in a fraud scheme that swindled over $3 million from elderly victims.


U.S.-UK working group discusses economic stability, digital finance at London meeting

The U.S.-UK Financial Regulatory Working Group held its 11th official meeting in London on June 3, 2025.


Treasury sanctions fugitive leader of Venezuelan gang involved in criminal activities

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions against Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano, a fugitive leader of Tren de Aragua (TdA).


ICE Dallas deports Mexican fugitive wanted for homicide

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Dallas has deported Joaquin Gallegos, a 33-year-old Mexican national, to his home country where he is wanted for homicide.


VA processes record number of disability claims in fiscal year 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that it processed over 2 million disability benefits claims for veterans in the fiscal year 2025, achieving this milestone faster than ever before.


US questions effectiveness of OAS amid regional challenges

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed the Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly, expressing gratitude to Antigua and Barbuda for hosting the event.


U.S. announces new visa restrictions targeting drug traffickers' associates

The United States is facing a severe fentanyl crisis, with overdoses being the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 44.


Rubio discusses Middle East issues with Pakistan's Prime Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, focusing on developments in the Middle East.


Rubio discusses Iran, Taiwan Strait, and South China Sea with G7 ministers

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held discussions with G7 foreign ministers during the NATO Summit.