
A Texas judge has ordered the shutdown of an El Paso hotel after it became a hub for the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. The hotel had been the site of nearly 700 police calls related to violent crime, raising concerns about the growing influence of migrant gangs operating in the U.S. under the Biden administration’s weak border policies.
The Gateway Hotel, which has operated without a valid certificate of occupancy for six years, was shut down following a lawsuit by the El Paso County Attorney’s Office. The lawsuit alleges that the property owners allowed violent gang activity to flourish, with reports of gunfire, knife attacks, and drug use taking place on the premises. Tren de Aragua gang members, identified by their tattoos, were reportedly using the hotel as a safe haven.
Video evidence presented by the County Attorney’s Office shows dangerous behavior, including men armed with guns and knives, fighting in the hallways while children were present. The footage further supports claims that the hotel posed a significant public safety risk.
This incident highlights the broader issue of migrant crime, which has surged under the Biden administration’s border policies. With criminal gangs able to operate freely in American cities, many are calling for stronger enforcement measures to prevent further violence.
A temporary court order has shut down the hotel, with a full hearing scheduled for December. As criminal activity linked to migrant gangs increases, the need for more serious federal action to protect American communities is becoming clear.