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New Mexico Judge Resigns After Arrest of Suspected Gang Member at His Home

Judge Joel Cano resigned after an alleged Tren de Aragua member was arrested at his residence, raising concerns about his involvement with the suspect.

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    Under pressure from the incredible levels of illegal immigration during the Biden-era border crisis, immigration officials released Ortega-Lopez into the U.S. due to overcrowding at detention facilities.

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Updated: Apr 21st, 2025, 3:39 PM ET

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Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano resigned following the arrest of Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, a suspected Tren de Aragua gang member, at his home. Authorities executed search warrants that revealed Ortega-Lopez, an illegal Venezuelan migrant, had multiple firearms and was involved in criminal activity. Cano's association with Ortega-Lopez and his wife, Nancy Cano, has drawn scrutiny, as social media evidence emerged showing the two together with weapons. Following the arrest, Cano announced his resignation effective March 21, with the state expected to appoint a replacement.


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