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Released Immigrant Arrested for Homicide Sparks Outcry

12/19/2025

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Marvin Morales-Ortez, a Salvadoran immigrant with ties to MS-13, was released from Fairfax County jail on December 16, 2025 after charges were dropped by Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano.
A day later, he was arrested for homicide in Reston, Virginia.
Critics blame Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, funded by George Soros, for prioritizing progressive policies over public safety and for Fairfax County's reputation for not cooperating with ICE detainer requests.

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Story summary

Marvin Morales-Ortez, a Salvadoran immigrant with ties to MS-13, was released from Fairfax County jail on December 16, 2025 after charges were dropped by Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano.
A day later, he was arrested for homicide in Reston, Virginia.
Critics blame Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, funded by George Soros, for prioritizing progressive policies over public safety and for Fairfax County's reputation for not cooperating with ICE detainer requests.