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Judge Releases Four Illegal Immigrants, Sparks Controversy

2/12/2026

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U.S. District Judge John deGravelles in Louisiana released four illegal immigrants from ICE custody, arguing their prolonged detention was unconstitutional.
The four released individuals are Ibrahim Ali Mohammed (sexual exploitation of a minor), Luis Gaston-Sanchez (homicide and robbery), Ricardo Blanco Chomat (homicide and kidnapping), and Francisco Rodriguez-Romero (homicide).
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin condemned the release, stating it endangers American communities.

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Story summary

U.S. District Judge John deGravelles in Louisiana released four illegal immigrants from ICE custody, arguing their prolonged detention was unconstitutional.
The four released individuals are Ibrahim Ali Mohammed (sexual exploitation of a minor), Luis Gaston-Sanchez (homicide and robbery), Ricardo Blanco Chomat (homicide and kidnapping), and Francisco Rodriguez-Romero (homicide).
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin condemned the release, stating it endangers American communities.