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Texas ICE Facility Ambush: Former Marine Charged with Attempted Murder

8/19/2025

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Nearly a dozen arrests occurred after a July 4 ambush at a Texas ICE facility, involving suspects from activist groups.
Benjamin Song, a former Marine, is charged with attempted murder of federal agents.
Song's group transitioned from social justice to opposing ICE operations due to heightened fears.
The FBI is dedicated to investigating violence against law enforcement.

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Story summary

Nearly a dozen arrests occurred after a July 4 ambush at a Texas ICE facility, involving suspects from activist groups.
Benjamin Song, a former Marine, is charged with attempted murder of federal agents.
Song's group transitioned from social justice to opposing ICE operations due to heightened fears.
The FBI is dedicated to investigating violence against law enforcement.