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Salvadoran national Alexander Alfredo Palacios Guevara, who has a violent criminal history including murder, was reportedly arrested by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles. He was granted protection under the Convention Against Torture, blocking his deportation to El Salvador. The case has since raised public safety concerns and sparked additional protests against ICE.

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An ICE spokesperson said, "This criminal alien should never have been roaming the streets of Los Angeles. Not only is he a member of the ruthless Surenos gang, but he also has multiple convictions for murder, assault, and rape or sexual abuse of a minor."

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The ICE spokesperson added, "A highly unusual Biden-era legal decision from December allowed this dangerous criminal to live in American communities. Thanks to the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Noem, we are removing public safety threats as it always should have been."

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Roberto Carlos Munoz-Guatemala, with a history of sex crimes and assault, was arrested after dragging an ICE officer while fleeing in his vehicle. Homeland Security (DHS) expressed frustration over deportation challenges and called for stronger enforcement.

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DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said, "Under Governor Tim Walz, this sicko was living in Minnesota without consequence. Instead of comparing ICE law enforcement to the Gestapo, Governor Walz should be thanking our brave law enforcement for arresting these violent criminals."

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ICE has raised concerns about Guevara’s release, citing his Surenos gang ties. He was rearrested after an initial release.

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Protests against ICE intensified after Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz compared its actions to the Gestapo. Law enforcement advocates have emphasized the need for strong measures.

Roger Anderson covers U.S. politics & news for content partner Modern Newsstand LLC.