El Paso Judge Releases Migrants Charged in Border Incident

Migrants involved in a recent border clash have been released by an El Paso judge, citing the district attorney's office's lack of readiness.

A Texas judge ordered the release of migrants accused of riot participation after a border clash overwhelmed National Guard troops.
The incident took place on March 21, involving a group of migrants, mostly men from Venezuela, who tore down razor wire and rushed the border fence.
Judge Humberto Acosta criticized the El Paso District Attorney's Office for not being prepared to proceed with detention hearings.
The ruling applies to migrants charged with riot participation, with unclear implications for those facing assault or criminal mischief charges.
Texas has increased the number of National Guard troops and Department of Public Safety troopers in response to the incident.