Tren de Aragua Gang's Expansion in the U.S. Sparks Nationwide Crackdown

The Venezuelan gang's violent activities have led to heightened law enforcement efforts and political debate across the United States.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared Tren de Aragua a foreign terrorist organization and announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of its members.
The gang, which originated in a Venezuelan prison, has been linked to crimes such as kidnapping, extortion, and drug trafficking across the U.S.
The Biden administration has sanctioned the gang, offering $12 million in rewards for the capture of its leaders and placing it on a list of transnational criminal organizations.
Footage of armed gang members in Aurora, Colorado, has brought national attention to the group's presence and activities in the U.S.
Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Marco Rubio, are calling for a coordinated federal strategy to combat the gang's influence and protect U.S. citizens.