Protests erupted following the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan by the FBI, accused of aiding an undocumented immigrant’s escape. This came on the heels of a massive operation by the DEA in Colorado Springs on April 27, where over 100 individuals believed to be in the U.S. unlawfully were detained during a raid at an underground nightclub. The operation involved more than 300 local and federal agency personnel and uncovered significant illegal activities, including drug trafficking and violence. DEA officials reported seizing weapons and a variety of drugs, including cocaine and a substance known as “pink cocaine.”
Allegedly, there were also active-duty service members present at the nightclub, some acting as security. The Army is investigating their involvement. The raid was part of a broader immigration crackdown initiated by the Trump administration, which has faced pushback from judges and local officials. Notably, this raid occurred shortly after ICE reported nearly 800 arrests under a new operation in Florida.
Attorney General Pam Bondi alleged that the nightclub was linked to gangs like Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan group associated with drug-related crimes. While Venezuelan officials claim that the gang has been largely dismantled, U.S. officials argue otherwise, using its presence to justify increased deportations of Venezuelan migrants. The Colorado Springs Police Department clarified that their involvement in the operation was strictly to tackle local crime, not immigration enforcement, as per state law.
As the situation unfolds, protesters demand the release of Judge Dugan, reflecting broader tensions regarding immigration policies and enforcement actions in the U.S.
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