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DHS Arrests Criminal Immigrants Over Presidents Day Weekend

2/17/2026

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During Presidents Day weekend, Department of Homeland Security arrested illegal immigrants for offenses such as child sex crimes, drug trafficking, and violent assaults.
Arrests include Alfredo Vargas and Wilfrido Varelas-Rubio, both convicted of meth trafficking, and Efren Guzman-Lopez, convicted of indecency with a child.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said nearly 70% of ICE arrests involve individuals charged or convicted of crimes, and the agency will continue prioritizing removal.

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During Presidents Day weekend, Department of Homeland Security arrested illegal immigrants for offenses such as child sex crimes, drug trafficking, and violent assaults.
Arrests include Alfredo Vargas and Wilfrido Varelas-Rubio, both convicted of meth trafficking, and Efren Guzman-Lopez, convicted of indecency with a child.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said nearly 70% of ICE arrests involve individuals charged or convicted of crimes, and the agency will continue prioritizing removal.