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ICE Demands Custody of Venezuelan Murder Suspect in Texas

4/21/2026

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement requests Harris County officials keep Venezuelan national Josue Abraham Chirino-Leonice in custody on murder charges in Houston.
The case reveals tensions between Texas officials and Houston over immigration policy.
ICE says Chirino-Leonice was previously released under the Biden administration.
ICE reports 414 criminal illegal aliens detained, including violent offenders.
Governor Greg Abbott calls Houston's decision to end cooperation with ICE a breach of contract.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement requests Harris County officials keep Venezuelan national Josue Abraham Chirino-Leonice in custody on murder charges in Houston.
The case reveals tensions between Texas officials and Houston over immigration policy.
ICE says Chirino-Leonice was previously released under the Biden administration.
ICE reports 414 criminal illegal aliens detained, including violent offenders.
Governor Greg Abbott calls Houston's decision to end cooperation with ICE a breach of contract.