Congressman Pat Harrigan Votes to Confront the Threat of Tren de Aragua

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted to pass H.R. 4070, the Tren de Aragua Border Security Threat Assessment Act, legislation requiring the Department of Homeland Security to produce a full threat assessment and strategic plan addressing the growth, operations, and border activity of Tren de Aragua and other transnational criminal organizations.

“Tren de Aragua is expanding faster than most people realize, and we need a clear federal picture of what that means for our communities,” said Congressman Harrigan. “Local officers are already doing everything they can, but they can’t confront a network of this size without solid intelligence. This bill forces DHS to lay out how the group operates, how it moves, and where it’s trying to grow inside the United States. With that information, we can strengthen coordination, close the gaps they exploit, and give law enforcement the backing they need to keep people safe.”

H.R. 4070 directs DHS to detail Tren de Aragua’s origins, strategic aims, leadership structure, funding sources, and presence within the United States. It also mandates an analysis of current and potential criminal threats, the gang’s border-crossing methods, and any vulnerabilities it may be exploiting. After submitting the threat assessment, DHS must prepare a comprehensive strategic plan outlining how federal, state, and local agencies will coordinate to disrupt, interdict, and prevent the organization’s expansion.

With House passage, H.R. 4070 will now advance to the Senate for consideration, where Congressman Harrigan is urging swift action to strengthen border intelligence and protect communities nationwide.