Mexico Turns to Unusual Tactic in Growing Fight over ICE Deaths
Mexico sought investigations and possible criminal charges after filing 20 complaints over the deaths of 17 nationals in U.S. immigration custody.
- In July, the Mexican government filed 20 complaints with U.S. prosecutors seeking investigations into the deaths of 17 Mexican nationals in ICE custody, Foreign Affairs Minister Roberto Velasco confirmed.
- President Sheinbaum defended the decision to file complaints directly rather than leaving it to families, stating, "our obligation is always to defend Mexicans in the United States or anywhere in the world."
- Velasco emphasized the government seeks "justice" and a "determination of responsibilities," noting that investigations could lead to criminal charges if warranted.
- Separately, Hidalgo Governor Julio Menchaca announced two major projects totaling more than 16 billion pesos, including an "Economic Development Hub for Well-being" in Zapotlán de Juárez.
- Investment firm Dewa Capital will fund the hub's development, designed to attract advanced manufacturing and pharmaceutical companies while creating 5,100 jobs in its initial stage.
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The Mexican government has filed 20 complaints with U.S. state and district prosecutors for the deaths of 17 Mexican immigrants in alleged custody or in operations of the Immigration and Customs Control Service (ICE). Deaths were recorded in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri and Texas. According to Mexico's count, 14 occurred in ICE custody and three during operations.
The Government of Mexico insists on seeking out those responsible for the deaths of the 17 Mexican migrants who died during its meetings with the U.S. immigration police (ICE). Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco detailed on Wednesday that 20 complaints have been filed with the U.S. authorities, of which only four have been answered. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has disbursed more than $24,000 for the repatriation of the bodies and the formal re…
During the morning of August 19, 2026, Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco reported on the Mexican government's follow-up to complaints about the death of 17 Mexicans during operations or in the custody of the ICE in the United States.The chancellor said at Claudia Sheinbaum's conference that there are already 20 complaints filed in eight states of the United States and that, through Mexican consulates, a rapprochement will be sought with the auth…
The SRE confirms the submission of 20 complaints after the death of 17 Mexicans during raids or in ICE custody.
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