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Connecticut Sanctuary Policies Spark Controversy After Assault Case

2/18/2026

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Connecticut sanctuary policies allowed Christian Espinosa-Sarango, an illegal immigrant, to be released after a sexual assault charge involving a 13-year-old.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Christian Espinosa-Sarango on February 13 after local authorities ignored a detainer.
Espinosa-Sarango had online chats with an undercover officer posing as the girl's aunt.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) criticized Connecticut's Trust Act for hindering cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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Connecticut sanctuary policies allowed Christian Espinosa-Sarango, an illegal immigrant, to be released after a sexual assault charge involving a 13-year-old.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Christian Espinosa-Sarango on February 13 after local authorities ignored a detainer.
Espinosa-Sarango had online chats with an undercover officer posing as the girl's aunt.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) criticized Connecticut's Trust Act for hindering cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.