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DHS Arrests Illegal Migrant After Sanctuary Policy Release

2/13/2026

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS) arrested Manuel Cruz-Ramirez, an illegal migrant in Oregon, on charges including rape and sexual abuse.
He was released on bail due to sanctuary policies and was apprehended after using a fraudulent passport at the airport.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said cities cooperating with federal law enforcement experience less conflict and crime.
Cruz-Ramirez is in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, facing a reinstated removal order.

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS) arrested Manuel Cruz-Ramirez, an illegal migrant in Oregon, on charges including rape and sexual abuse.
He was released on bail due to sanctuary policies and was apprehended after using a fraudulent passport at the airport.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said cities cooperating with federal law enforcement experience less conflict and crime.
Cruz-Ramirez is in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, facing a reinstated removal order.