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Illegal Immigrant Charged in Murder of Georgia TikTok Star

Minelys Rodriguez-Ramirez's death reignites debate over U.S. border policies as suspect Angel Rivera-Sanchez faces charges.

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Former US President Donald Trump, left, and Carmen Ramirez, mother of Minelys "Mimi" Rodriguez Ramirez, center, during a campaign event at Atrium Health Amphitheater in Macon, Georgia, US, on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. A flurry of polls released Sunday show Vice President Kamala Harris and Trump remain poised for a photo finish in this week's presidential election, with voters narrowly split both nationally and across the pivotal swing states that will decide the election. Photographer: Christian Monterrosa/Bloomberg

Overview

  • Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez, a 25-year-old TikTok influencer and mother, was found dead near a Georgia Walmart after being reported missing.
  • Angel DeJesus Rivera-Sanchez, an illegal immigrant, was arrested and charged with kidnapping and murder in connection to her death.
  • The case has sparked criticism of the Biden administration's border policies, with Georgia lawmakers calling for stricter immigration controls.
  • Rodriguez-Ramirez's mother publicly endorsed Donald Trump, urging for stronger measures to prevent similar tragedies.
  • Rivera-Sanchez was reportedly attempting to flee to Mexico when apprehended by authorities in Atlanta.