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130 Arrested in Major El Paso Human Smuggling Bust

8/12/2025

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Authorities Tackle Smuggling

In a significant crackdown on human smuggling, federal authorities apprehended over 130 individuals in El Paso. Among them was a "foot guide" accused of leading migrants through storm drains. The situation escalated as two men attempted to break into a storm drain to aid the smuggling efforts, underscoring the persistent challenges of border security in Texas.

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Beyer Sparks Controversy

Democratic Congressman Don Beyer's visit to the Farmville Detention Center stirred controversy as he interacted with illegal migrants, some linked to gangs. The Department of Homeland Security condemned the meeting, highlighting the serious criminal backgrounds of many detainees. In a parallel crackdown, ICE has apprehended over 1,600 illegal migrants on Long Island, including notorious MS-13 members.

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Authorities Tackle Smuggling

In a significant crackdown on human smuggling, federal authorities apprehended over 130 individuals in El Paso. Among them was a "foot guide" accused of leading migrants through storm drains. The situation escalated as two men attempted to break into a storm drain to aid the smuggling efforts, underscoring the persistent challenges of border security in Texas.

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