US officials nab Peruvian gang leader wanted for nearly 2 dozen killings in home country: ‘Significant threat’
FOX NewsAug 17
Reputed Peruvian Gang Leader Arrested in Upstate New York
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The Facts
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on Thursday that Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, a reputed gang leader wanted for 23 homicides in his native Peru, known also as "Gianfranco 23," was arrested in Endicott, New York.
The arrest was reportedly made in a targeted operation as Torres-Navarro had been first detained upon his illegal entry into the US on May 16, near Roma, Texas, and was given a summons to appear in court on immigration charges.
The Spin
Republican narrative
Thanks to the Biden administration's loose border policies, a violent gang leader with a kill count of 23 was able to stroll into the US and be allowed to go on his way with just a mere notice. Democrats have failed on the southern border, and the story of Torres-Navarro demonstrates why immigration must be a major issue in the presidential race — especially as Kamala Harris pushes for decriminalizing illegal crossings.
Democratic narrative
While edge cases such as this one are sure to dominate headlines, the reality is that migrants are not contributing to crime in the US in a meaningful sense. Illegal immigration must be curbed, no doubt, but it is a myth promulgated by the GOP that those making the trek to the US are criminals coming to wreak havoc. We should applaud law enforcement for acting swiftly and in cooperation with their international partners.