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Recent News About U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has asked Utah officials not to release Conrrado Ahuexoteco Atrisco, who is charged with sexually assaulting a minor. DHS says his previous immigration case was marked as a non-enforcement priority in 2022.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced new arrests of criminal illegal aliens convicted of violent sex crimes across several states. The agency says these actions are part of ongoing efforts to protect public safety.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced arrests of individuals convicted of violent crimes across the country over the weekend. The agency said it remains committed to public safety despite increased threats against its officers.
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ICE announced it has removed Solomon Bogale, an alleged member of Ethiopia's Fano group designated as a terrorist organization by its government. Officials say Bogale was denied immigration benefits after evidence linked him to calls for violence against ethnic Tigrayans.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted updates on March 14, 2026, detailing arrests and sentencing outcomes for cases involving attacks on officers, bribery attempts, and crimes against children committed by non-citizens.
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On March 13, 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates about the perpetrator of an attack at Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan and the arrest of an MS-13 gang member with a final order of removal in Louisiana.
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ICE announced it arrested nine convicted sex offenders during a recent operation in Los Angeles. Officials say state policies have led to thousands of releases of criminal illegal aliens despite federal detainers.
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ICE announced the arrest of several criminal illegal aliens convicted of serious offenses such as sexual assault and drug trafficking. The agency emphasized that nearly 70% of its arrests involve individuals charged or convicted with crimes in the U.S.
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ICE has placed an immigration detainer on Samuel Antonio Maldonado-Erazo following accusations he abused and killed his young nephew in Florida. The case raises questions about immigration enforcement policies and child safety.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported on March 11, 2026, that it has arrested hundreds of individuals described as criminal illegal alien child predators in Houston since January 2025.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the arrest of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens convicted of violent crimes. The agency says these actions are part of ongoing efforts to protect public safety.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced arrests of several criminal illegal aliens convicted of violent crimes across multiple states. The agency says these actions aim to improve public safety by removing dangerous offenders from communities.
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ICE Houston announced it arrested over 400 criminal illegal aliens charged with or convicted of child sex offenses during President Trump's first year back in office—nearly double compared to the previous year under President Biden. The agency highlighted cooperation with federal, state, and local partners in these operations.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement released statements on Twitter between March 8-9, 2026 about legal procedures for warrants, a cleared officer following a grand jury review supported by Texas Rangers' findings, and charges against Brayan...
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ICE has requested that Florida authorities hold Samuel Antonio Maldonado-Erazo after he was charged with killing his three-year-old nephew. The case raises questions about cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration officials.
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A Syrian national accused of leading an international human smuggling network has been extradited to the United States.
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U.S. authorities have arrested Mahady Sacko, a Mauritanian national living illegally in the country, for alleged voter fraud spanning several federal elections since 2008. Officials say he was previously ordered removed from the United States but continued to participate unlawfully in elections.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced arrests nationwide involving convictions such as murder, child exploitation, kidnapping, drug offenses, and gang activity. Officials say these actions are part of ongoing efforts to protect public safety.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a statement criticizing Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger for her recent decision to end all 287(g) agreements in the state.
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has addressed recent claims about the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Dilley facility, stating that reports from some media outlets and sanctuary city officials are inaccurate.