Trump Targets Drug Cartels: MS-13 Gang Leader Arrested for 11 Murders in Las Vegas
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Politics
April 3, 2025 10:09
las vegas, nevada, new york - Alleged MS-13 leader arrested by FBI for 11 murders in Las Vegas amid Trump administration's crackdown on drug cartels and illegal immigration.
Alleged MS-13 Leader Arrested for 11 Murders
Joel Vargas-Escobar, a fugitive accused of 11 murders in Las Vegas, was apprehended by FBI agents in New York and will face trial in Nevada.
Trump Administration's Stand
- Prioritizing cases related to drug cartels and criminal gangs associated with illegal immigration.
- Prosecutors aim to dismantle MS-13 under President Trump's leadership.
MS-13 Designated as Terrorist Organization
Trump administration classified drug cartels like MS-13 as terrorist organizations, citing threats to millions of Americans' health.