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Judge denies Minnesota bid to force ICE agent extradition

Filed: Aug 27, 2026 at 4:09 AM ET
Summary: A federal judge denied Minnesota’s request to compel Texas Governor Greg Abbott to immediately extradite Christian Castro, a jailed ICE agent facing assault charges. The ruling clears the way for Castro’s release from custody on Thursday as a 90-day Texas extradition detention limit nears expiration.
WHO: Federal judge; Minnesota authorities; Texas Governor Greg Abbott; Christian Castro
WHAT: A judge denied Minnesota’s request to force immediate extradition of a jailed ICE agent, clearing the way for his release.
WHEN: Aug 26, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: Minnesota sought immediate extradition of Christian Castro, arguing he was a flight risk if released.
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