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ICE Houston Says 10-Day Sweep Nets 1,505 Arrests in Southeast Texas

The agency says nearly one-third already have removal orders, with others facing immigration proceedings.

Overview

  • ICE reports the operation ran Oct. 22–31 across Southeast Texas and resulted in 1,505 arrests.
  • Arrests included 17 documented gang members, 40 aggravated felons, 13 sexual predators and one convicted murderer, according to the agency.
  • ICE lists additional offenses among those arrested, including 115 aggravated assaults, 142 DWIs, 55 drug offenses, 31 weapons offenses and 255 prior illegal reentry felons.
  • Officials say nearly one-third of those arrested have been ordered removed by an immigration judge, with the remainder entering court or expedited removal processes.
  • DHS promoted the action on X with a post crediting President Trump and Secretary Noem for having “unleashed ICE,” as local ICE leadership highlighted specific arrests and public-safety goals.