Event Brief
DHS says Virginia is a “hotbed” of illegal immigrant crime
Filed: Jul 07, 2026 at 6:03 PM ET
Summary: DHS says Virginia under Rep. Abigail Spanberger has 17 serious illegal-immigrant crime cases in 2026, including nine in Fairfax County.
WHO: U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
WHAT: DHS alleged Virginia has become a “hotbed” of illegal immigrant crime, citing 17 serious cases in 2026 and nine in Fairfax County.
WHEN: Jul 07, 2026 at 4:53 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: DHS cited recent rape charge(s) and listed 17 serious cases in 2026 involving illegal immigrants.
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