Ex-NM Judge, Wife Arrested for Hiding Immigrant Tied to Tren de Aragua

The FBI has arrested a former Democrat judge from New Mexico and his spouse for allegedly providing sanctuary to a Venezuelan gang member who has connections to the infamous Tren de Aragua criminal organization. The shocking case reveals how violent criminal enterprises have been able to infiltrate American communities with apparent protection from elected officials as a result of Biden’s border crisis.

Judge’s Secret Relationship with Illegal Gang Member Exposed

Former Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Juan Cano and his wife, Nancy Cano, were arrested following a federal investigation that began with an anonymous tip in January 2025. The investigation led to the discovery of Cristhian Ortega Lopez, a 23-year-old illegal immigrant with suspected ties to the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, living in a “casita” behind the judge’s residence.

Ortega Lopez illegally entered the United States in December 2023 and was released on “humanitarian parole” due to border overcrowding under the Biden administration’s policies. Social media evidence and court documents revealed disturbing footage showing Judge Cano and Ortega Lopez socializing together and handling firearms, despite Ortega Lopez’s illegal status, which prohibited him from possessing weapons.

Criminal Connection Leads to Judicial Downfall

Cano abruptly resigned his judicial position on March 3, just days after federal agents raided his property and arrested Ortega Lopez on federal gun charges. The New Mexico Supreme Court has since permanently banned Cano from holding judicial office in the state, ending his career in disgrace after the extent of his involvement with illegal immigrants came to light.

Investigators found overwhelming evidence of Ortega Lopez’s gang association through clothing, tattoos, voicemails, and text messages linking him to Tren de Aragua. Four firearms were recovered from the property, and Ortega Lopez admitted to firing the weapons, leading to charges that could result in up to 15 years in prison for the illegal immigrant who never should have been in the country.

Biden’s Border Crisis Brings Venezuelan Gangs to American Neighborhoods

The arrest comes amid growing concerns about the infiltration of Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan criminal enterprise known for trafficking, extortion, and violence, into American communities. Federal authorities report the gang has established operations in multiple states as thousands of illegal immigrants continue pouring across the southern border with minimal vetting under the current administration’s policies.

“The FBI has arrested former New Mexico Magistrate Judge Juan Cano and his wife, Nancy Cano, for allegedly harboring an illegal alien with suspected ties to Tren de Aragua, a notorious Venezuelan gang known for trafficking, extortion, and violence.”

ICE officials confirmed Nancy Cano’s arrest as part of the ongoing investigation led by Homeland Security Investigations. Dramatic footage showed the couple being taken into custody as federal agents executed search and arrest warrants at their home, bringing an end to an alleged criminal conspiracy that exploited America’s broken immigration system.

Sources:

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/04/breaking-fbi-arrests-democrat-new-mexico-judge-wife/

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