The Justice Department has unveiled charges against Jose Enrique Martinez Flores, a high-ranking member of the notorious Tren de Aragua gang, identifying him under terrorism and drug distribution statutes for the first time. Flores, allegedly serving as a Plaza Boss in Colombia, faces multiple counts for conspiracy to provide support to a foreign terrorist entity and distribution of cocaine intended for U.S. markets. Officials have characterized Tren de Aragua as a well-structured terrorist organization, emphasized the use of all available legal tools to address their threats, and described this indictment as pivotal in combating their influence in American communities.
Flores was charged with conspiracy and distribution of cocaine in Colombia intended for distribution in the United States.
TdA is not a street gang-it is a highly structured terrorist organization that put down roots in our country during the prior administration.
With these charges, we are using every available tool to confront them as the transnational threat they are.
Today's indictment is a critical step in dismantling this evil organization, which has destroyed American families and poisoned our communities.
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