U.S. Department of Homeland Security Weekly Digest Bulletin

Six Months of Keeping America Safe Under President Trump and Secretary Noem 07/20/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY   Office of Public Affairs Six Months of Keeping America Safe Under President Trump and Secretary Noem DHS has accomplished more in six months than most Administrations achieve in an entire term  WASHINGTON – In just six months, President Trump and Secretary Noem have delivered the American people a long list of victories in their mission to secure the homeland and Make America Safe Again.  Under their leadership, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has closed the southern border, removed violent criminal illegal aliens, restored law and order to our immigration system, supported Americans in times of crisis, revolutionized our Coast Guard to meet the challenges of the 21st Century, and kept Americans safe.  Secured the Southern Border  On day one, President Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border.   President Trump immediately reinstated "Remain in Mexico" and ended catch-and-release.    Daily border encounters have plunged by 93% since President Trump took office.   Under President Trump's leadership, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) has located over 10,000 unaccompanied children.   Migrants are turning BACK before they even reach our border— migration through Panama's Darien Gap is down 99%.  President Trump—with $46.5 billion from the Big Beautiful Bill—is finishing the border wall. DHS already has more than 85 miles either planned or under construction with funding from the prior year, in addition to hundreds of miles that are now planned to be funded by the bill. President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill also includes over $5 billion for new technology and border surveillance.  With the Big Beautiful Bill, CBP will get the resources they need to keep America safe, including $4.1 billion to hire additional personnel, including 5,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.  In June, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) had the lowest number of nationwide encounters in CBP history at 25,228.  The number of nationwide apprehensions in June was also a historic low of just 8,024.  Notably, on June 28, Border Patrol recorded only 136 apprehensions across the entire Southwest Border—the lowest single-day total in agency history.  And in both May and June, U.S. Border Patrol reported zero parole releases—reinforcing the Administration's commitment to ending catch-and-release policies.  Removed the Worst of the Worst Illegal Aliens   The Trump Administration empowered our brave men and women in law enforcement to use common sense to do their jobs effectively.    DHS returned to using the term "illegal alien" which is the statutory language. President Trump will not allow political correctness to hinder law enforcement.    The Trump administration has arrested more than 300,000 illegal aliens in 2025 alone.  70% of ICE arrests are criminal illegal aliens with criminal charges or convictions.    The Big Beautiful Bill will allow ICE to arrest and remove even more criminal aliens by providing $14.4 billion for removals, 10,000 new ICE agents, 80,000 new ICE beds, and a $10,000 signing bonus for new ICE agents. This will help ICE achieve as many as 1 million deportations per year.  As part of 287(g), DHS partnered with the State of Florida and opened Alligator Alcatraz, giving the Trump administration the capability to lock up some of the worst scumbags who entered the country illegally under the previous administration. The new facility expands facility and bed space by the thousands.  Operation Tidal Wave, the first 287(g) enforcement operation coordinated with state and federal law enforcement partners, resulted in over 800 arrests.   President Trump and Secretary Noem are empowering state and local law enforcement to get these criminal illegal aliens off our streets. DHS has secured more than 800 signed agreements with state and local partnerships under 287(g).   At the direction of President Trump, CBP and ICE began widescale immigration enforcement operations in sanctuary city Los Angeles and southern California. The month-long operation resulted in arresting some of the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens.  In July, federal law enforcement officers executed criminal warrant operations at marijuana grow sites in Carpinteria and Camarillo. At least 14 migrant children have been rescued from potential exploitation, forced labor and human trafficking. Federal officers also arrested at least 361 illegal aliens from both sites in Carpinteria and Camarillo.  After weeks of delays by activist judges, the Department of Homeland Security finally deported eight barbaric, violent criminal illegal aliens to South Sudan.   Delivering Justice for Victims of Illegal Immigration   President Trump and Secretary Noem reopened the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) office, which was shuttered by the Biden Administration. President Trump and Secretary Noem are standing up for the victims of illegal alien crime and ensuring they have access to much needed resources and support they deserve.    Incentivizing Historic Self-Deportations  President Trump ended the CBP One app that allowed more than one million aliens to illegally enter the U.S. The Trump Administration replaced this disastrous program with the CBP Home app, which has a new self-deportation reporting feature for aliens illegally in the country.   President Trump launched Project Homecoming through a presidential EO. The United States is also offering any illegal alien who uses the CBP Home App a stipend of $1,000 dollars, paid after their return to their home country has been confirmed through the app. So far, tens of thousands of illegal aliens have used the app to self-deport.    In addition to offering CBP Home, DHS announced illegal aliens who self-deport through the app will receive forgiveness of any civil fines or penalties for failing to depart the United States. DHS also made CBP Home more user friendly by eliminating certain steps and making it easier than ever for illegal aliens to self-deport.  DHS and DOJ are enforcing our immigration laws and fining illegal aliens who do not depart when they are supposed to. So far, nearly 10,000 fine notices have been issued by ICE.  Restoring Common Sense to America's Legal Immigration System  President Trump ended the broad abuse of humanitarian parole and returned the program to a case-by-case basis. As part of this effort, Secretary Noem terminated the Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela parole programs.   Following victory at the U.S. Supreme Court, DHS began sending termination notices in June, informing the illegal aliens both their parole is terminated, and their parole-based employment authorization is revoked – effective immediately.  DHS has returned the Temporary Protected Status immigration program to its original status: temporary. No longer will this program be abused and exploited by illegal aliens. Secretary Noem rescinded the previous administration's extension of Venezuelan, Haitian, Nicaraguan, Honduran, and Afghan TPS.  Secretary Noem terminated Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification—meaning Harvard can no longer enroll foreign students and existing foreign students must transfer or lose their legal status—for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party.   It is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students and benefit from higher tuition to help pad their multibillion-dollar endowments. Harvard University repeatedly abused this privilege and even stonewalled DHS's request for information.   Initiating a Golden Age in American Air Travel  Secretary Noem terminated the politically motivated Quiet Skies Program, which since its existence has failed to stop a single terrorist attack while costing US taxpayers $200 million a year. The program, under the guise of "national security," was used to target political opponents and benefit political allies.  TSA ended the "shoes-off" travel policy, allowing passengers traveling through domestic airports to keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints. This change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience.  The Trump administration fully implemented REAL ID enforcement measures nationwide—a law signed 20 years ago. REAL ID helps ensure that travelers are who they say they are and prevents fraud by criminals, terrorists, and illegal aliens. Most travelers have not even noticed a difference because nearly 94% of travelers are already REAL ID compliant.   Secretary Noem ended collective bargaining for the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Transportation Security Officers, which constrained TSA's chief mission to safeguard our transportation systems.  Fixing Disaster Relief for the 21st Century  The Federal Emergency Management Agency is now shifting from bloated, DC-centric dead weight to a lean, deployable disaster force that empowers state actors to provide relief for their citizens. The old processes are being replaced because they failed Americans in real emergencies for decades.  President Trump has established the FEMA Review Council to provide recommendations on how to best conduct disaster relief at the federal level.    Under Secretary Noem's leadership, the FEMA Review Council is developing a comprehensive plan for necessary change.  DHS has empowered state and local governments to lead disaster relief efforts without interference from the federal government.  Provided Rapid and Effective Support to Flood Victims in Texas  Within moments of the flooding in Texas, DHS assets, including the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), CBP Border Search, CBP BORSTAR, and FEMA personnel surged into unprecedented action alongside Texas first responders for search and rescue operations.  FEMA deployed 311 staffers delivering critical intelligence, aerial imagery, and shelter for 171 survivors.   Combined state and federal rescue efforts evacuated and rescued over 1,500 people.  Getting CISA Back on Mission  Under the Biden Administration, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) censored free speech and targeted Americans.   Under President Trump's direction, DHS closed CISA's politically weaponized offices and fired those responsible for abusing their power.  CISA is now back on-mission: Protecting Americans and critical infrastructure from cyberthreats.  CISA is shifting away from an all-hazards approach to a risk-informed approach, prioritizing resilience and action over mere information sharing.    CISA personnel are deployed across 10 regions in support of all 56 states/territories.    CISA is also on the front lines of defending America from cyberattacks.    CISA partnered with the FBI and NSA to ensure state and local governments have information and resources necessary for protection.   CISA is also providing security support for next year's FIFA World Cup.  Secretary Noem discontinued the Critical Infrastructure Partnership Advisory Council (CIPAC) as a part of the implementation of President Trump's Executive Order 14217, Commencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy, and removed members of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), which CISA oversees.  Revolutionizing the Coast Guard  When President Trump came back into office, the Coast Guard faced its greatest readiness crisis since World War II because the Biden Administration left it underfunded and neglected.  President Trump's order to surge Coast Guard assets to our maritime border changed the game.  In the first few months of the Trump Administration, the Coast Guard seized more cocaine and other illegal drugs than during the entirety of 2024.  For the first time in years, the Coast Guard expects to exceed its recruiting goals.  In Fiscal Year 2025, the Coast Guard has brought in more than 4,250 recruits – 1,200 more than the same time last year.  That's 108% over the goal.  Under Biden, the Coast Guard fell short of its recruiting goals four years straight.  Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, the Coast Guard is unleashing "Force Design 2028," a revolutionary new blueprint that will make the Coast Guard more agile, more capable, and more responsive than ever before.  Standing up for the American taxpayer  The United States Coast Guard (USCG) eliminated an ineffective information technology (IT) program, saving nearly $33 million, and is now focusing resources where they're most needed to protect our homeland.   USCG partially terminated a wasteful Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) contract with Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG), which has been slow to deliver four OPCs, harming U.S. defense capabilities.   The Trump Administration stopped aliens on the Terror Watchlist from receiving Medicaid benefits.    Secretary Noem cancelled CISA's expensive headquarters project, saving taxpayers over half a billion dollars.  To stop policies that were magnets for illegal immigration, DHS froze all funding to non-governmental organizations that facilitate illegal immigration and announced a partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to ensure taxpayer dollars do not go to housing illegal aliens.   # # # ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Who Concealed and Abused Body of a Missing Woman After Sanctuary City Judge Freed Illegal Alien onto Streets of Chicago 07/20/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Who Concealed and Abused Body of a Missing Woman After Sanctuary City Judge Freed Illegal Alien onto Streets of Chicago  President Trump and Secretary Noem stand with the victims of illegal alien crime WASHINGTON — On July 19, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Chicago arrested Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, a 52-year-old criminal illegal alien from Mexico, who was charged in April with concealing the body of a missing woman in a storage container on his yard for two months, abusing her corpse, and obstruction of justice. Waukegan Police Department officers discovered the body of 37-year-old victim Megan Bos in a container in Mendoza’s yard in April after she had been reported missing on March 9, 2025. Her body was found decapitated and in a bleach storage container by officers. Mendoza was charged in April. However, Lake County Judge Randie Bruno released him from custody at the conclusion of his court appearance, where he was immediately allowed to freely roam the Chicago streets. This criminal illegal alien is currently being held at Lake County Jail in Waukegan, Illinois. “Everyday ICE is arresting sickos like criminal illegal alien, Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, and stopping them from terrorizing Americans. This depraved alien was charged with concealing the body of a missing woman in a storage container for months and abusing her corpse,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “It is absolutely repulsive that a judge freed this monster and allowed him to walk free on Illinois’s streets after allegedly committing such a heinous crime. Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, Megan Bos and her family will have justice.” Secretary Noem relaunched the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) office. The VOICE office was shuttered by the previous administration, which left victims of alien crime without access to many key support services and resources. The office was first launched in 2017 by the Trump administration as a dedicated resource for those who have been victimized by crime that has a nexus to immigration. If you or a loved one has been impacted by a crime committed by an illegal alien, you are not alone. Call 1-855-48-VOICE (1-855-488-6423). # # #  VIDEO: Criminal Illegal Alien with Lengthy Rap Sheet Ambushes and Shoots CBP Officer in New York City  07/20/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs  VIDEO: Criminal Illegal Alien with Lengthy Rap Sheet Ambushes and Shoots CBP Officer in New York City    The suspect is a criminal illegal alien from the Dominican Republic was apprehended at the southern border and released into the country under the Biden Administration   WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security lodged a detainer against an illegal alien accused of ambushing and shooting a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer who was off duty in New York City in Fort Washington Park under the George Washington Bridge on July 19 at approximately 11:51 PM ET.     A witness of the attack—believed to be an attempted robbery—states that she and the victim were sitting on the rocks by the water when 2 subjects on a scooter drove up to them and the passenger got off the back and approached them with a firearm drawn. The off-duty CBP officer responded by withdrawing his own firearm in self defense.    The CBP officer was shot in his right arm and left cheek. Thankfully, the officer is in stable condition at the hospital.     Video of the attack is below. One of the assailants is Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, a criminal illegal alien from the Dominican Republic. He illegally entered the United States on April 4, 2023, and was released by the Biden Administration into the country.    This criminal illegal alien’s rap sheet includes:     On October 11, 2023, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) arrested and charged Nunez with felony grand larceny, petit larceny, and reckless driving.     On October 01, 2024, the NYPD arrested and charged Nunez with 2nd and 3rd degree assault.     On November 30, 2024, the NYPD arrested Nunez for criminal contempt. On January 13, 2025, he was again attested for criminal contempt.     On February 21, 2025, the Leominster Police Department in Massachusetts issued a criminal warrant for Nunez for armed robbery with a firearm.     After failing to show up for his immigration hearing a judge issued Nunez a final order of removal on November 6, 2024.    “This violent criminal illegal alien had multiple run-ins with NYPD for assault and felony grand larceny before he ambushed and shot a CBP officer. The Biden Administration arrested this criminal illegal alien at the border and chose to release him into our country to terrorize Americans. We are thankful that our brave law enforcement officer is in stable condition,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Sanctuary city politicians allowed this to happen. This suffering is a direct result of lawless sanctuary city policies. Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, DHS will flood the zone in sanctuary cities and remove these criminals one by one. We will not be deterred: if you break America’s laws we will hunt you down, arrest you, and deport you.”      The other suspect remains at large. Anonymous tips may be reported on this form and via the toll-free ICE tip line, (866) 347-2423.      # # # ICE Arrests Murderers, Pedophiles, and Rapists Over the Weekend 07/21/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Murderers, Pedophiles, and Rapists Over the Weekend Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, ICE is working around-the-clock to remove the worst of the worst from American communities WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the names and rap sheets of criminal illegal aliens arrested over the weekend—including murderers, pedophiles, and rapists. “Over the weekend, our brave ICE agents arrested more depraved criminal illegal aliens including murderers, rapists, and three child pedophiles. These are the types of barbaric criminals our ICE law enforcement is arresting and removing from American communities every day,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Despite an 830 percent surge in assaults against our ICE law enforcement officers, they continue to put their lives on the line to make American communities safer every day.” Below are some of the criminal illegal aliens arrested over the weekend: ICE Dallas arrested Jose Arinaga-Ramirez, a 58-year-old illegal alien from Mexico, convicted of aggravated sexual assault of a child in San Antonio, TX. ICE Los Angeles arrested Chue Vue, a 37-year-old illegal alien from Laos, convicted of attempted murder and seven counts of assault with deadly weapon/instrument non-firearm that produced great bodily injury in Riverside, CA. ICE Philadelphia arrested Gil Salinas-Anaclo, a 35-year-old illegal alien from Peru, convicted of larceny in Northampton County, PA. ICE Houston arrested Gilmer Vertiz-Bustemante, a 37-year-old illegal alien from Mexico convicted of murder in Tarrant County, TX. ICE Buffalo arrested Andra Adams Scott, a 30-year-old illegal alien from Jamaica, convicted of attempted robbery in Queens County, NY. ICE Los Angeles arrested Henry Jose Marquez, a 55-year-old illegal alien from Venezuela, convicted of smuggling cocaine in Tampa, FL. ICE Boston arrested Jovinnel Giron Meneses, a 29-year-old illegal alien from the Philippines convicted of aggravated rape of a child, rape of a child with force, four counts of indecent assault and battery on a child under 14, and two counts of indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 in Middlesex, MA. ICE Philadelphia arrested Juan Ramirez-Velasquez, a 27-year-old illegal alien from Guatemala, convicted of rape of a victim under 12 years old in Dover, DE. ICE Atlanta arrested Emmanuel Evariste, a 39-year-old illegal alien from Haiti, convicted in the United States District Court, Boston District of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine. ICE Buffalo arrested Sakir Akkan, a 22-year-old illegal alien from Turkey, convicted of rape three: anal sexual contact with a person incapable consent in Albany County, NY. ICE St. Louis arrested Nodir Negmatov, an illegal alien from Uzbekistan, who was attempting to pick up U.S. Department of State International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controlled Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) guidance kits, which convert unguided bombs into all-weather precision-guided munitions, at a Boeing plant in St. Charles, Missouri. # # # Second Criminal Illegal Alien with Lengthy Rap Sheet Arrested for Ambush and Shooting CBP Officer in New York City 07/21/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Second Criminal Illegal Alien with Lengthy Rap Sheet Arrested for Involvement in Ambush and Shooting CBP Officer in New York City Both criminal illegal aliens involved in the attempted armed robbery were released into the country under the Biden Administration and NYC sanctuary politicians ignored detainer NEW YORK – Today, the Department of Homeland Security arrested Cristian Aybar Berroa, a criminal illegal alien, and the second suspect involved in the attempted armed robbery of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer who was off duty in New York City in Fort Washington Park under the George Washington Bridge on July 19. The first suspect, Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, also a criminal illegal alien, who shot the CBP officer, was arrested yesterday. A witness of the attack stated that she and the victim were sitting on the rocks by the water when two subjects on a scooter drove up to them, dismounted the scooter and approached them with a firearm drawn. The off-duty CBP officer responded by withdrawing his own firearm in self defense. The CBP officer was shot in his right arm and left cheek. Thankfully, the officer is in stable condition at the hospital. Cristian Aybar Berroa, a criminal illegal alien from the Dominican Republic, illegally entered the United States on June 19, 2022, and was released into the country on interim parole pending his immigration hearing. New York City ignored his detainer.   This criminal illegal alien's rap sheet includes: On May 10, 2023, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) arrested Berroa for 2nd degree reckless endangerment. On March 26, 2024, NYPD arrested Berroa for 4th degree felony grand larceny and petit larceny. On April 5, 2024, NYPD arrested him 4th degree felony grand larceny and petit larceny. Despite an active ICE detainer, the New York City Department of Corrections released Berroa back onto NYC streets. On February 20, 2025, NYPD arrested Berroa for 2nd degree reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and for driving without a license. On June 12, 2025, Berroa pled guilty to petit larceny at the Bronx County Supreme Court. This plea was made in consolidation of all his previous arrests, and he was conditionally discharged and allowed to roam the streets of NYC. A judge ordered Berroa a final order of removal on January 3, 2023. The other assailant in the attack is Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, a criminal illegal alien from the Dominican Republic. He illegally entered the United States on April 4, 2023, and was released by the Biden Administration into the country. This criminal illegal alien's rap sheet includes: On October 11, 2023, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) arrested and charged Nunez with felony grand larceny, petit larceny, and reckless driving. On October 1, 2024, the NYPD arrested and charged Nunez with 2nd and 3rd degree assault. On November 30, 2024, the NYPD arrested Nunez for criminal contempt. On January 13, 2025, he was again attested for criminal contempt. On February 21, 2025, the Leominster Police Department in Massachusetts issued a criminal warrant for Nunez for armed robbery with a firearm. After failing to show up for his immigration hearing a judge issued Nunez a final order of removal on November 6, 2024. "These violent thugs had committed a smorgasbord of crimes and been arrested multiple times and yet New York continued to release them, ignore an ICE detainer and allow them to continue to prey on Americans and terrorize our streets. How many people have to die, how many lives have to be changed forever for Mayor Adams and his sanctuary politician ilk to end these performative politics?" said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. # # # DHS Sets the Record Straight: ICE Never Deported Media's "Allentown Grandfather" 07/21/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs DHS Sets the Record Straight: ICE Never Deported Media's "Allentown Grandfather" The media fell for another hoax designed to demonize ICE law enforcement WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) set the record straight on misleading and false reporting that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) "secretly deported" a so-called "Allentown grandfather" to Guatemala. Additionally, reporting claimed he "died" in ICE custody. The Morning Call, an Allentown, Pennsylvania, newspaper published the following headline on July 20, 2025, without any facts from DHS about major allegations made against law enforcement: The family of the individual allegedly told reporters he was handcuffed and taken by federal officers at a green card appointment in Philadelphia. This claim is completely false. There is no record of the man appearing at any green card appointment in or around the area of Philadelphia on June 20, 2025. Furthermore, ICE has not deported Luis Leon—a Chilean national—to Guatemala, as his family members have said. ICE's only record of this individual entering the U.S. is in 2015 from Chile under the visa waiver program. According to reporting by the Associated Press, the Guatemalan Institute of Migration—which coordinates with ICE on all deportations from the U.S. to Guatemala—claims they have not received anyone matching the name, age or nationality of Luis Leon back into Guatemala. According to the report, the family alleges a woman claiming to be an immigration lawyer called and offered to help them but did not disclose how she knew about the case. The family claims this individual also told them Leon died in ICE custody. "ICE never arrested or deported Luis Leon to Guatemala. Nor does ICE 'disappear' people—this is a categorical lie being peddled to demonize ICE agents who are already facing an 830% increase in assaults against them. This was a hoax peddled by the media who rushed to press without pausing to corroborate the facts with DHS. This was journalistic malpractice," said Assistant Secretary McLaughlin. # # # ICE Arrests Worst of Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens 07/22/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Worst of Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens 70% of ICE’s arrests have been of illegal aliens convicted or charged with crimes WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) highlighted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers' arrests of the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from across the United States.   “President Trump and Secretary Noem have unleashed ICE to target the worst of the worst. Our brave law enforcement is facing an 830% increase in assaults against them and yet they continue to arrest violent criminals and drug traffickers every single day,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “We will not allow sanctuary politicians, activist hacks, or rioters to stand in our way of protecting the American people. Our message is clear: criminal illegal aliens are not welcome in the United States.”  ICE Baltimore arrested Olinda Micaela Gonzalez-Ortiz, a 21-year-old illegal alien from Guatemala. Her criminal history includes a conviction for hit and run in Salisbury, MD.  ICE Denver arrested Federico Fong-Nunez, a 53-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. He has 21 criminal convictions including burglary, aggravated assault, and felony menacing, in Boulder, CO ICE Los Angeles arrested Luis Alberto Leonardo Cortes-Rivera, a 34-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. He has nine criminal convictions including grand theft, burglary, and tampering with a vehicle, in Los Angeles, CA. ICE Dallas arrested Rureiro Falkao, a 46-year-old illegal alien from Honduras. His criminal history includes conviction for possession of methamphetamine, in Oklahoma City, OK.   ICE Houston arrested Jhon Jervis Chavez-De La Rosa, a 21-year-old illegal alien from His criminal history includes a conviction of assault causing bodily injury, in Houston, TX.  # # # CCHT Chronicle: July 2025 07/22/2025   View as a webpage The Monthly Newsletter of the Center for Countering Human Trafficking July 2025 BLUE CAMPAIGN CORNER: Navigating Safe Summer Travel July is one of the busiest months of the year for travel, as millions of Americans plan summer getaways by plane, train, or car. While you prepare for vacations near or far, it's important to keep safety in mind. Human trafficking can happen anywhere, and traffickers and their victims may be moving through airports, train stations, rest stops, hotels, sporting events, or restaurants. We can help protect ourselves and others when traveling this summer by understanding what human trafficking is and what the common signs are. Blue Campaign's resources can help you learn more about human trafficking and how you can help if you witness something suspicious. Be the Eyes and Ears of Our Highways, Trains, and Planes Professionals in the transportation, hospitality, and tourism industries also have a role to play in the fight against human trafficking. As frontline employees who regularly interact with the greater public, your ability to recognize and report human trafficking while on the job can help protect your community. Blue Campaign offers toolkits and trainings to educate industry professionals on how to spot the signs of someone in distress who may be trapped in a trafficking situation. We also partner with the Department of Transportation and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol on the Blue Lightning Initiative, a program that trains aviation personnel to identify and report potential trafficking situations to federal law enforcement. End the Exploitation July 30 marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, a yearly reminder from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime that human trafficking impacts millions worldwide—and that we can end trafficking if we work together. This year's theme, "Human Trafficking Is Organized Crime – End the Exploitation," highlights the vital role of law enforcement and the criminal justice system in bringing traffickers to justice while supporting victims and survivors. Blue Campaign is proud to amplify this message and be a part of the mission to end human trafficking worldwide. 15 Years of Fighting Human Trafficking Together July also marks an important milestone for us—our anniversary! On July 22, we celebrate 15 years of combatting human trafficking through Blue Campaign. In the week leading up to the observance, we're sharing 15 actions you can take to join us in the fight to end trafficking. Follow along with us on Instagram, Facebook, and X! FROM THE FIELD Texas Man Sentenced to Life for Child Sex Trafficking A Jacksonville, Texas man has been sentenced to seven life terms in federal prison for sex trafficking minors. Desnique "Dez" Herndon, 28, was convicted in 2023 on six counts of sex trafficking of children and one count of conspiracy following a five-day jury trial. Beginning in 2019, Herndon used social media to lure teenage girls with false promises of wealth, then exploited them in commercial sex operations across the Tyler area. He advertised them on sex trafficking websites and continued running his operation from jail through co-conspirators. Some victims were as young as 13. "This life sentence reflects our resolve to protect communities and seek justice for victims," said HSI Dallas Special Agent in Charge Travis Pickard. "We remain committed to dismantling trafficking networks and supporting survivors." Three of Herndon's co-conspirators have also been convicted. Malcolm Kadeem Roberts, 29, of Tyler, received more than 12 years in federal prison and 75 years in state prison. Tavarus D. Watkins, 29, of Jacksonville, was sentenced to 10 years. Patrick Lamont Cross, Jr., 28, of Palestine, will be (WAS) sentenced July 10. The case was the result of a joint investigation led by HSI Tyler with assistance from HSI Dallas, the FBI, the Texas Department of Safety and other state and local partners. AT THE CENTER DHS Hosts Annual Human Trafficking Seminar in Conjunction with World Day Against Trafficking in Persons The Department of Homeland Security's Center for Countering Human Trafficking held its annual Human Trafficking Seminar this month, bringing together personnel from across the Department to share strategies, tools, and stories in the fight against trafficking. The timing of the seminar—coinciding with the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons—made this year's gathering especially meaningful. Participants from every corner of DHS joined the two-day event, representing a diverse range of roles, from enforcement and policy to victim services, education, healthcare, and prevention. The seminar underscored a unifying theme: while our missions may differ, our purpose is shared—identifying harm, preventing exploitation, and responding with integrity and compassion. The sessions highlighted the unique contributions each attendee brings to this work. Some serve on the front lines—investigating, listening, and protecting. Others drive policy, manage programs, analyze data, and ensure survivors have access to care and justice. Educators, support staff, and advocates keep the system running and amplify its reach. Together, these roles form a critical network of protection and prevention. Throughout the seminar, participants explored the evolving landscape of human trafficking, examined case studies, and discussed survivor-informed strategies. Presenters emphasized that real impact begins with awareness, but is sustained through action—through early intervention, trusted partnerships, and meaningful collaboration. A core message echoed across the sessions: no single person, agency, or program can solve trafficking alone. But by working together—across disciplines, jurisdictions, and roles—we can build a smarter, more resilient response. One that's grounded in evidence, centered on survivors, and driven by a collective commitment to justice. Attendees were encouraged to take what they learned—whether a new resource, a hard truth, or a fresh perspective—and bring it back to their teams and communities. The partnerships forged and strengthened this week will continue to drive progress beyond the seminar. CONNECT WITH US:  @DHSBlueCampaign on X, Instagram and Facebook @DHS Center for Countering Human Trafficking on LinkedIn ICE Continues to Arrest the Worst of the Worst Violent Criminal Illegal Aliens Including Child Pedophiles and Drug Traffickers 07/23/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Continues to Arrest the Worst of the Worst Violent Criminal Illegal Aliens Including Child Pedophiles and Drug Traffickers  ICE agents are facing an 830 percent increase in assaults against them as they remove violent offenders from the U.S.     WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) arrests of some of the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens across the United States.      “Across the country, ICE agents are targeting dangerous criminal illegal aliens and taking them off American streets. Violent thugs ICE arrested include child pedophiles, drug traffickers, and burglars,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “As our brave ICE law enforcement arrests the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens, they are facing an 830 percent increase in assaults against them. Secretary Noem stands with ICE agents who put themselves in harm’s way to protect the American people from violent criminal illegal aliens.”     Summary of Arrests:    ICE North Carolina arrested Alfredo Leon-Palma, a 42-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. His criminal history includes a conviction for first-degree rape and first-degree sex offense on a child in Wake County, NC.      ICE North Carolina arrested Oscar Ramos, a 42-year-old illegal alien from El Salvador. Ramos’ criminal history includes a conviction for indecent liberties with a child in Lexington, NC.    ICE Utah arrested Hugo Candido-Bolanos, a 50-year-old illegal alien from El Salvador convicted of RICO, drug trafficking, and robbery in Las Vegas.  ICE Dallas arrested Diego Jahir Pasos-Ruiz, a 22-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. His criminal history includes a conviction for aggravated meth trafficking in Canadian County, OK. ICE San Francisco arrested Greg Samuel, a 46-year-old illegal alien from the Federated States of Micronesia. His criminal history includes convictions for aggravated assault in Hagatna, Guam. # # # Sanctuary City NYC Sees a More Than 400% Spike in ICE Detainers as DHS Prioritizes American People Over Criminal Illegal Aliens 07/23/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Sanctuary City NYC Sees a More Than 400% Spike in ICE Detainers as DHS Prioritizes American People Over Criminal Illegal Aliens Sanctuary politicians forbid local law enforcement from any assistance on immigration matters, even to the point of refusing to assist with criminal arrest warrants  WASHINGTON—The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued 6,025 arrest requests to transfer custody, or detainers, in sanctuary New York City (NYC), since January 20, 2025. To put this into perspective, during the entire Biden Administration, ICE only issued 9,472 detainers in NYC. Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, there has been a more than 400 percent increase in the number of detainers lodged in NYC.  Despite the 6,025 arrest detainers lodged, NYC has honored just a handful. In non-sanctuary cities, law enforcement would honor these requests and transfer these criminal illegal aliens to ICE law enforcement to detain and deport them.  “In just six months ICE has issued over 6,000 detainers in NYC alone—that's a more than 400 percent increase in the number of detainers lodged under Biden,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “When sanctuary politicians like Mayor Eric Adams ignore ICE detainers, they are protecting criminal illegal aliens at the expense of American citizens. These are barbaric criminals with prior convictions for rape, murder, drug trafficking, and instead of holding them for ICE, sanctuary politicians release them back into your communities. These reckless policies have deadly consequences. Just this week, two illegal aliens who entered our country and were released under President Biden shot and nearly killed a brave off-duty CBP officer. Both criminal illegal aliens had been arrested previously for violent crimes and released by the NYPD.”   ICE detainers are legal requests to state or local law enforcement to hold illegal aliens in custody and turn them over to immigration authorities. These individuals often have prior deportation orders, criminal convictions, or pose as national security threats.   As ICE officers are arresting and removing the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens, they are facing a record number of assaults against them. Assaults on ICE law enforcement have increased by 830 percent since Trump took office. This increase in violence is largely driven by anti-ICE rhetoric and further fueled by these sanctuary politicians and their reckless policies.   DHS reaffirms our commitment to the American people—it will not be deterred by partisan attacks or activist pressure. ICE will continue placing detainers, enforcing immigration law, and defending public safety—because every American deserves to feel safe in their own neighborhood. # # # Criminal Illegal Alien Accused of Murdering 15-Year-Old and Attempting to Rape Mother 07/23/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Criminal Illegal Alien Accused of Murdering 15-Year-Old and Attempting to Rape Mother  This criminal illegally entered the country three times since 2021 WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an arrest detainer against Gildardo Amandor-Martinez, a criminal illegal alien accused of murdering a 15-year-old boy and assaulting a minor female with a firearm after he attempted to rape their mother in Morehead, Kentucky.  ICE detainers are legal requests to state or local law enforcement to hold illegal aliens in custody until they can be turned over to immigration authorities.  Gildardo Amandor-Martinez According to local reports, on July 20, Amandor-Martinez arrived at an apartment shared with his girlfriend, Aleida Lopez, early in the morning and attempted to rape her. After she fended him off, Amandor-Martinez assaulted her by biting her left hand, right armpit, and injured her arm. Her 15-year-old-son, Luis Lopez, tried to intervene and was shot by Amandor-Martinez three times and murdered. The criminal illegal alien then assaulted Lopez's daughter with a firearm.  15-year-old Luis Lopez who was tragically killed the criminal illegal alien was greatly admired and called a "sweet student" by Rowan County Senior High School. He would have been a sophomore this fall.  Amandor-Martinez a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, attempted to enter the country THREE times under the Biden administration in 2021, at the southern border. He successfully illegally entered the country on his third try at an unknown date and location and without inspection by an immigration officer.   "15-year-old Luis Lopez died trying to save his mother from this criminal illegal alien who was attempting to rape her. Gildardo Amandor-Martinez is a rapist and cold-blooded killer who should have never been in this country," said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. "The Biden administration's open-border policies allowed this monster to walk American streets and commit these evil crimes, including murder, assault, and attempted rape, against a mother and her children. ICE has placed an arrest detainer to ensure Amandor-Martinez will not be released onto America's streets and allowed to terrorize American families again."  Secretary Noem relaunched the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) office. The VOICE office was shuttered by the previous administration, which left victims of alien crime without access to many key support services and resources. The office was first launched in 2017 by the Trump administration as a dedicated resource for those who have been victimized by crime with a nexus to immigration.  If you or a loved one has been impacted by a crime committed by an illegal alien, you are not alone. Call 1-855-48-VOICE (1-855-488-6423).  # # # Illegal Alien Caught Dragging Trafficked Woman Back to Captivity Arrested After his Removal Proceedings were Terminated by Biden Administration 07/24/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Illegal Alien Caught Dragging Trafficked Woman Back to Captivity Arrested After His Removal Proceedings Were Terminated by Biden Administration ICE immediately lodged an arrest detainer to ensure this criminal illegal alien will never be released into American communities WASHINGTON — On July 15, 2025, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued a detainer for Jose Armando Carcamo-Perdomo, an illegal alien from Honduras, charged by local police with kidnapping and assault. This criminal illegal alien is suspected of sex trafficking and assaulting a Chinese woman.  According to local reports, Carcamo “kept the sex-trafficking victim hostage for five days without food or water — while he beat her and sexually assaulted her.” A nearby Ring doorbell camera recorded Carcamo picking up the victim on the street and abducting her. Local reports say he is also accused of tying her up, punching, and raping her.  “This accused kidnapper and suspected sex trafficker was just one of the countless criminal illegal aliens who inexplicably had their removal proceedings terminated by the Biden Administration and were allowed to remain in the country,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Thanks to the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Noem, criminal illegal aliens are being locked up and will no longer be allowed to terrorize American communities. Our message is clear: criminals are not welcome in the United States.”  Carcamo illegally entered the United States at the southern border on November 24, 2020. Under the Biden Administration, ICE filed a motion with an immigration judge to have his removal proceedings terminated.   On September 8, 2023, a judge granted the Biden Administration’s motion.   Following his arrest for kidnapping and assault, ICE, in accordance with the Laken Riley Act, issued a detainer for his arrest to ensure this criminal illegal alien will never be released into American communities. # # # ICE Arrests Illegal Aliens including MS-13 Gang Member and Other Violent Criminals with Convictions of Manslaughter and Drug Trafficking 07/24/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Illegal Aliens including MS-13 Gang Member and Other Violent Criminals with Convictions of Manslaughter and Drug Trafficking "The Biden Administration let in the WORST OF THE WORST from around the world. Thanks to President Trump, ICE is now empowered to go-after these heinous individuals—arrest them and deport them." - Secretary Noem WASHINGTON - Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) arrests of some of the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens across the United States.      "Gang Members. Drug Traffickers. Sexual predators. These are the types of depraved criminals our brave ICE law enforcement is arresting and removing from American communities every day," said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. "President Trump and Secretary Noem will not allow criminal illegal aliens to terrorize American communities. Criminal illegal aliens should leave now—if they don't, they could end up at Guantanamo Bay, CECOT, or Alligator Alcatraz. The days of criminal aliens freely terrorizing American streets are over."   Summary of Arrests:   ICE San Diego arrested Rigoberto Sanchez-Paz, a 26-year-old illegal alien from Honduras. He is an MS-13 gang member. His criminal history includes convictions for vehicle theft, grand theft, and felon in possession of a firearm in Los Angeles, CA.  ICE Buffalo arrested David Gonzalez, a 43-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. His criminal history includes a conviction for manslaughter in Kings County, NY.  ICE Los Angeles arrested Jose Andres Valencia-Hernandez, a 41-year-old illegal alien from Colombia. His criminal history includes a conviction for manufacture, distribution, and possession of a controlled substance on vessels in El Paso, TX. ICE Salt Lake City arrested Mahamat Rozi, a 55-year-old illegal alien from Chad. His long rap sheet includes 12 criminal convictions, including felony possession of a weapon, assault, disturbing the peace, criminal mischief, DUI, carrying a concealed weapon, distribution of a controlled substance, and interfering with a police officer in Salt Lake City, Utah. ICE San Francisco arrested Antonio Conejo-Arredondo, a 56-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. His criminal history includes a conviction for oral copulation with an intoxicated victim in Riverside, CA. # # # Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Attempting to Stab ICE Officers and Detainees at 26 Federal Plaza Facility in New York City 07/24/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Attempting to Stab ICE Officers and Detainees at 26 Federal Plaza Facility in New York City Violent illegal alien was released in the United States under President Biden WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today released the following statement after the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York announced federal charges against Bass Ndiaye—an illegal alien from Senegal—for assaulting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and other detainees with a deadly and dangerous weapon.   ICE arrested Ndiaye on July 17, 2025, and took him to the 26 Federal Plaza immigration processing center in New York City, New York. On July 18, while awaiting processing at 26 Federal Plaza, Ndiaye took a pair of scissors and attempted to stab ICE officers. He also attempted to injure approximately one dozen other detainees. Our brave ICE law enforcement successfully disarmed Ndiaye and saved the other detainees.   “ICE arrested Bass Ndiaye, an illegal alien from Senegal, who attempted to stab law enforcement officers and more than a dozen other detainees. This criminal illegal alien who was released into the country under President Biden will face justice for his violent crimes.” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Our ICE law enforcement is facing an 830% increase in assaults against them. Secretary Noem stands with the brave men and women of law enforcement as they risk their lives to remove criminal illegal aliens and protect Americans.” Ndiaye was arrested on October 22, 2023, by Border Patrol at the southern border and then released into the country by the Biden administration.  Ndiaye has been charged with one count of assaulting an officer of the U.S. using a deadly or dangerous weapon, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. # # # ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Aliens Convicted of Child Rape, Arson, and Human Smuggling 07/25/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Aliens Convicted of Child Rape, Arson, and Human Smuggling 70% of illegal alien arrests under the Trump Administration have been charged with or convicted of a crime WASHINGTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are targeting the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens during nationwide enforcement actions. Arrests yesterday included criminals with serious prior convictions including child rape, arson, aggravated assault, and human smuggling.   “Yesterday, ICE arrested pedophiles, arsonists, and human smugglers. Thanks to President Trump and Secretary Noem, these dirtbags are off our streets,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “ICE law enforcement is doing what sanctuary politicians refuse to do: protect the American people. Every single day our brave ICE law enforcement put their lives on the line to remove the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from American communities.”  Among the most disturbing arrests:  ICE Buffalo arrested Jacobo Argueta-Fuentes, a 33-year-old illegal alien from El Salvador. Argueta-Fuentes has been convicted of multiple sex crimes against children in Suffolk County, New York, including rape, promoting prostitution, use of a child less than 17 years of age in a sexual performance, sexual abuse, criminal sexual acts, and acting in a manner to injure a child less than 17.   Other arrests include:  ICE Houston arrested Rafael Manriquez-Mancia, a 45-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. Manriquez has a conviction for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Smith County, Texas.  ICE New Orleans arrested Abraham Eladio Pineda-Rocha, a 33-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. Pineda was convicted of the aggravated felony of alien smuggling in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.   ICE Los Angeles arrested Alfonso Lopez-Cabrera, a 48-year-old illegal alien from Mexico. Lopez has a conviction for lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14 in Norwalk, California.  ICE Buffalo arrested Wahota Allassane Ouattara, a 38-year-old illegal alien from Ivory Coast. Ouattara has a conviction for arson in New York, NY.  These arrests highlight ICE’s ongoing mission to enforce immigration law, remove violent offenders, and safeguard American communities.  ICE encourages the public to report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or visiting www.ice.gov.  # # # New DHS Privacy Document 07/25/2025   July 25, 2025 DHS Privacy Document You are subscribed to receive new privacy documents when they are issued by the DHS Privacy Office. This week we published: New PIA: DHS/ICE/PIA-019 Online Detainee Locator System Learn more about our activities, publications, and events: Visit our website: https://www.dhs.gov/privacy Follow us on Twitter: @DHS_PRIV DHS Leads Efforts to Rescue Child Victims of Sex and Labor Trafficking 07/25/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs DHS Leads Efforts to Rescue Child Victims of Sex and Labor Trafficking   The Trump Administration has located 13,000 children who came across the border unaccompanied WASHINGTON –Secretary Noem is leading efforts to rescue and stop the exploitation of the 300,000 unaccompanied children the Biden Administration lost or placed with unvetted sponsors. Many of the children who came across the border unaccompanied were allowed to be placed with sponsors who were actually smugglers and sex traffickers. The Trump Administration has located 13,000 of these children. In March 2025, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) identified a backlog of more than 65,000 reports regarding children who came across the border unaccompanied that were ignored during the Biden administration. Since discovering this, HHS stood up a triage center and modernized outdated software systems to triage and action all reports. As of July 24, 2025, more than 59,000 of the backlogged reports have been analyzed and processed, resulting in more than 4,000 investigative leads, including fraud, human trafficking, and other criminal activity. “The evil of human trafficking cannot be overstated. It’s modern-day slavery. By leaving our borders open and even encouraging people to come here illegally, Biden enabled the largest human-trafficking operation in modern history,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to eradicate human trafficking operations targeting the United States. Under the leadership of President Donald Trump, and working together at every level of government, we can win this fight. And we will.”  Below are examples of DHS law enforcement’s heroic actions rescuing children: On June 16, 2025, during a HSI worksite enforcement operation targeting employers and subcontractors who knowingly hire illegal aliens, HSI Mobile identified and rescued a child and arrested eight foreign nationals for violations of immigration law. The child was found to be working among adults and was believed to have never attended school since entering the United States two years ago. On May 28, 2025, HSI New York special agents arrested an adult male subject from Ecuador at his residence for violations relating to the sexual exploitation of a child. New York received information related to a 15-year-old female who was apprehended near El Paso, Texas, after illegally entering the United States. At that time, she was pregnant with the adult male’s child and had been in a relationship with him in Ecuador since the age of thirteen. The subject organized the smuggling of the young teenager across the U.S. border to engage in sexual acts. The subject’s mother sponsored her after her illegal entry, and the subject continued his relationship with the children, living together with his mother in Harlem.    On May 12, 2025, HSI Austin reported the identification and rescue of a child, the arrest of two Guatemalan nationals for violation of immigration law, and the initiation of an HSI-led investigation of state and federal charges of human trafficking and statutory rape. During a welfare check, HSI Agents, with the assistance of the FBI, identified a pregnant 14-year-old female residing with an unrelated adult male sponsor, later determined to be the biological father of the unborn child. On May 1, 2025, HSI Newark conducted a welfare check in East Orange, NJ. Three minors, ages 17, 16, and 15, were encountered at the residence and were observed to not be attending school. During the check, it was determined the sponsor was not living with the minors. They were living in filthy conditions with active mouse infestations. The residence was void of food. An HSI forensic interview of the minors revealed alleged verbal, physical, and sexual abuse of the three minors, along with potential labor exploitation. On June 24, 2025, HSI Nashville reported the identification of one child victim and one adult victim of labor trafficking. During an immigration court proceeding, the child victim disclosed that she and her 18-year-old brother had been forced by their sponsor to work to pay off their smuggling fees and to pay the sponsor's household expenses. BOTTOM LINE: President Trump and Secretary Noem take the responsibility to protect children seriously and will continue to work with federal law enforcement to reunite children with their families. # # # ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Accused of Stalking a Mother 07/25/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Accused of Stalking a Mother “Day-in and day-out, our brave ICE agents are nabbing creeps who shouldn’t be in our country in the first place.”- Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of a criminal illegal alien with a history of violent offenses including assault, accused of stalking a mother and U.S. government official, and two convictions for driving while intoxicated.   Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) began investigating this criminal illegal alien after a U.S. government official contacted the agency that she feared she was being stalked. The government official, whose name will remain undisclosed for her protection, was fearful for her family’s safety, including her child’s safety.   During the investigation, HSI identified the suspected stalker as Jose Madrid Reyes, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador. His criminal record stretches back nearly two decades.  His rap sheet includes:  On August 9, 2006, the Prince William County General District Court in Manassas, VA convicted Madrid of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI).   On May 19, 2017, the Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in Fairfax, VA convicted Madrid of Misdemeanor Assault on Family Member.   On September 13, 2019, the Fairfax County General District Court in Fairfax, VA convicted Madrid of DWI.   On July 12, 2025, ICE arrested Jose Madrid Reyes. Despite being ordered removed by an immigration judge in 2022 and denied permanent legal status in 2024, Madrid Reyes remained in the United States illegally.  “Day-in and day-out, our brave ICE agents are nabbing creeps who shouldn’t be in our country in the first place. On July 12, ICE arrested Jose Madrid Reyes—a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador—who was suspected of stalking a U.S. federal official. We will not allow these predators to terrorize American citizens,” said Assistant Secretary McLaughlin. “Despite facing an 830% increase in assaults against them, ICE law enforcement is keeping Americans safe from criminal illegal aliens and sending these slimeballs back to their home countries.”  Madrid Reyes will remain in ICE Custody pending his deportation, which is expected within the coming days.   ICE encourages the public to report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or visiting www.ice.gov.   # # # DHS Statement on Arrest of Man Charged with Assaulting ICE Law Enforcement Officers 07/25/2025 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Public Affairs DHS Statement on Arrest of Man Charged with Assaulting ICE Law Enforcement Officers The second person charged, Danielle Nadine Davila, is still at large WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement regarding two medical staffers in southern California who are facing charges for assaulting and obstructing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.   The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California today announced federal charges against Jose de Jesus Ortega and Danielle Nadine Davila. DHS law enforcement arrested Ortega today and is seeking the arrest of Davila following charges for assaulting a federal officer and conspiracy to prevent by force and intimidation a federal officer from discharging his duties.  "The media attempted to demonize ICE agents by saying that our agents were arresting individuals inside a medical center—but that is completely FALSE. On July 8, ICE officers conducted a targeted enforcement operation where one of the illegal aliens fled on foot to evade law enforcement and ended up near the Ontario Advanced Surgery Center in San Bernadino County. Surgical Center staff members Jose de Jesus Ortega and Danielle Nadine Davila obstructed and assaulted ICE agents," said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. "Today, these individuals are being charged for their crime. Anyone who actively obstructs or assaults law enforcement, including U.S. citizens, will face consequences which include arrest." On July 8, 2025, ICE officers conducted a targeted enforcement operation to arrest two illegal aliens. Officers in clearly marked ICE bullet proof vests approached the illegal alien targets as they exited a vehicle. One of the illegal aliens, Denis Guillen-Solis who is from Honduras, fled on foot to evade law enforcement. He ended up near the Ontario Advanced Surgical Center where hospital staff assaulted law enforcement and dragged the officer and illegal alien into the facility.   The two staff members attempted to obstruct law enforcement's arrest by locking the door, blocking law enforcement vehicles from moving and calling police claiming there was a "kidnapping."   ICE encourages the public to report crimes or suspicious activity by contacting the ICE tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or visiting www.ice.gov.    # # # You are subscribed to updates from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Manage Subscriptions  |  Privacy Policy  |  Help Connect with DHS: Facebook  |  X  |  Truth Social  |  Instagram  |  LinkedIn  |  Flickr  |  YouTube U.S. Department of Homeland Security www.dhs.gov This email was sent to ricklivermore.thankyoujesus@blogger.com on behalf of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security | DHS.gov